The best bakeries & sweet shops in Kettering

“Bake shop with a variety of classic cookies, including sugar-free and chocolate chip varieties.”

“Bakery at Findlay Market offering a variety of breads, including English muffins, danishes, and sourdough.”

“Craving a legit butter situation this week? Boosalis Baking turns out ultra-flaky croissants, fruit-forward danishes, crusty French bread, and cookies that disappear fast, plus breakfast and lunch sandwiches stacked with Boar's Head meats and cheeses. Pair with a fresh coffee, call it self-care...”

“Boosalis Baking and Cafe is Dayton’s craft bakery for buttery croissants, crumbly scones, crusty French bread, and the kind of breakfast that makes Mondays less rude, from croffles and French toast to stacked paninis and sandwiches on house-baked loaves, finished with a cookie or coffee cake victory lap.”

From the Dayton newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Brown Bear Bakery turns Cincinnati mornings into a habit with artisanal sweet and savory pastries, coffee, and flavors that change with the seasons. Everything is small batch with locally sourced ingredients, so grab something flaky and let that first bite power you through inbox chaos.”

From the Cincinnati newsletter, August 4, 2026

“From showstopping custom cakes to grab-and-go cupcakes, The Cakery nails flavor and looks for birthdays, weddings, or random Tuesdays. Their cookies, brownies, pastries, and homemade buckeyes keep the sweet tooth happy... and might just make you the office hero.”

From the Dayton newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Parisian-style bakery with cakes, pastries and coffee selections plus sandwiches.”

“Compact bakery specializing in cupcakes.”

“Soft molasses Sand Tart Cookies topped with meringue and cinnamon sugar are the claim to fame at Ashley’s Pastry Shop, a family-owned Dayton favorite since 1982. Swing by for a midweek treat, custom cakes, donuts, fresh breads, and gluten-free goodies your future self will appreciate.”

“Bakery known for its donuts and cookies, including chess pies, smiley face cookies, and kettle danishes.”

“Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets from cupcakes to cookies & a light cafe menu.”

“From jaw-dropping wedding cakes to birthday showstoppers, A Spoon Fulla Sugar customizes cakes, cookies, and cupcakes that actually match your vibe. This week, if your crew lives for dessert, their bar lineup hits home with cookies, brownies, and Ohio’s beloved buckeyes.”

“Dovetale Bakery is the Hyde Park spot celebrating what grows around us, turning local flavors into flaky laminated pastries, tangy sourdough loaves, and proper coffee and espresso. Swing by this week for a pastry that shatters just right, then pretend you bought the bread for dinner.”

“Remember Dayton Nut & Candy Co. this week when the snack cabinet looks tragic. Nuts and Friesinger's Chocolates under one roof, plus Coconut Slices, Gift Packages, and classic Gift Tins, so you can stock up for movie night or stash desk candies like a responsible adult.”

“Family-run Abby Girl Sweets bakes every batch from scratch, turning out moist cupcakes with real-deal buttercream, plus cheesecakes and cake pops. Swing by this week for Flavor of the Week, Aug 3–9, Watermelon, and keep an eye out for Lemon-Licious, Black Raspberry Chip, and Salted Caramel.”

“Selection of cute and unique home decor as well as toys, arts & crafts and food.”

“Family-owned business selling chocolate strawberries, truffles, and other handmade chocolates.”

“Breakfast, bakery featuring gluten-free donuts, cookies and quiche, plus coffee.”

“Petite family-run bakeshop offering gourmet cupcakes in classic flavors such as red velvet.”

“Bakery for made-to-order cakes and cupcakes as well as pies.”

“Long-running candy store specializing in handmade candy canes and French chews.”

“Quirky vegan bakeshop with organic, sweet/savory pastries & custom cakes, plus sandwiches & salads.”

“Long-running candy shop crafting chocolates, caramels and creams, plus sugar-free versions.”

“Bakery offering sweet and savory pies, including gluten-free options, and quiche.”

“Longtime family-owned candy store offering an extensive variety of favorite sweets.”

“Bakery whipping up loaves of fresh bread, sandwiches and cookies, as well as soups.”

“Bakery offering custom cakes, cupcakes, cheesecakes, cookies and other treats.”

“Candy store offering chocolate, including varieties with pecans and caramel.”

“Cupcakes and other baked goods sold at this bakery.”

“Breakfast spot, part of the Brown Bear Bakery lineup, offering baked goods and coffee, along with vegan options.”

“Candy shop stocking homemade, gift-worthy chocolates and other sweets.”