The best bakeries & sweet shops in Stark County

Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

If you're after a slice that doesn't taste like every grocery store cake, Cheesecakes By Battle has been cranking out custom flavors since 2020 like Salted Caramel, Cookies and Cream, and Banana Pudding, plus classic New York, with full cakes available for pre-order pickup from a true Massillon original.

From the Canton newsletter, September 7, 2026

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Craving a proper morning pick-me-up? Mary Ann Donuts Shop has kept Stark County happily sugared since 1947 with classic donuts and coffee done right, family-run roots, and flavors that feel like home, the kind that make it worth a detour any day.

From the Canton newsletter, October 14, 2026

Family-owned since 1947, Mary Ann Donuts Shop keeps Canton caffeinated with the finest donuts and coffee, made right here in Stark County. It’s the kind of classic shop locals lean on for a reliable dozen, a hot cup, and a little morning morale boost.

From the Canton newsletter, October 7, 2026

Family-run since 2001, Twistee Treat turns out soft serve made with a premium Superior Dairy mix alongside classic hard ice cream, all with ingredients they handpicked after years of taste testing.

From the Canton newsletter, September 12, 2026

Whether you’re craving rich chocolates, buttery caramels, or a bag of roasted nuts that mysteriously disappears on the drive home, Ben Heggy Candy Co. has been keeping Canton's sweet tooth happy since 1923. Treat yourself this week and restock the stash for "just one more" moments.

From the Canton newsletter, August 5, 2026

Anastasiades Exclusive Chocolates has been crafting rich, unique chocolate creations since 1984, from truffles and sea salt caramels to Ohio Buckeyes, sugar‑free picks and gourmet nuts. Swing by for a box that mysteriously disappears on the drive home, no apologies.

From the Canton newsletter, August 21, 2026

When a burger sounds right but your sweet tooth refuses to wait, Heggy's Nut Shop nails both, with fresh roasted nuts, hand-dipped chocolates, and quirky seasonal flavors like Spicy Pickle Peanuts and Pumpkin Spice Caramel Corn. A classic Canton habit since 1950.

From the Canton newsletter, September 23, 2026

Old-school bakery for cakes and cookies featuring decorated options and custom orders, plus donuts.

Sprinkle City Bakery & Cafe is cranking out craveable cookies, cupcakes, cakes, bars and cake pops, plus lunch and coffee that play nicely with frosting. Pro tip, keep an eye out for their Pink Box vending machine this week and consider your afternoon slump officially handled.

From the Canton newsletter, August 28, 2026

Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.

Since 1926, Taggarts Ice Cream has been the Canton go-to for thick milkshakes, the legendary Bittner, and sundaes like Buckeye and Chocolate Covered Cherry, all served amid vintage parlor vibes. Grab homemade soups and sandwiches too, then let nostalgia do the rest.

From the Canton newsletter, October 21, 2026

Laura's Candy & Nuts nails that classic candy-shop vibe with Ben Heggy’s Chocolates, chewy caramels by the pound, whole cashews and other craveable nuts, plus gift-worthy assortments. Swing by, scoop a mix of single-wrapped favorites, and stash a little morale boost for the week.

From the Canton newsletter, August 19, 2026

Open seasonally, this family-oriented venue offers go-karts, mini-golf, batting cages & more.

Ben Wollenberg Chocolates & Nuts keeps Canton happily snacky with handcrafted chocolates made in small batches, house-roasted nuts, and caramel candies that mysteriously vanish on the drive home. Expect velvety butter creams, peanut brittle, and signature toffees...

From the Canton newsletter, September 30, 2026

That peanut butter center dipped in rich chocolate is Waggoner Chocolates' calling card, but don't sleep on their dainties, sea salt caramels, signature mints, soft-center assortments, and fresh roasted nuts. Perfect when your sweet tooth wants a local pick-me-up, or your gift game needs a no-brainer upgrade.

From the Canton newsletter, August 12, 2026

Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.