The best bakeries & sweet shops in Monroe County

Since 1976, Village Farmer and Bakery has been serving fresh-baked pies, pastries, and great eats, alongside farm-fresh local fruits and vegetables. It’s the kind of place where a quick stop for a treat can turn into bringing home pie for the whole crew.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 27, 2026

When errands have you looping the mall, Auntie Anne's delivers butter-brushed pretzels, bite-size nuggets, and pretzel dogs wrapped around a Nathan’s hot dog, plus lemonades and signature dips. Great for a quick pick-me-up, game-night trays via catering, or delivery when the couch wins.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 14, 2026

Apple Pie Bakery is the kind of classic bake shop you keep in your back pocket, with fresh-baked pies, homemade pastries, and farm-fresh fruits and veggies from a crew that’s been at it since 1976. Perfect for last-minute dessert duty or a treat-yourself detour.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 6, 2026

Whether you want a classic tiered cake, a playful 3D showpiece, or a mix of cupcakes, cookies, and macarons for the office, Sonia's Sweet Inspirations turns custom ideas into fresh-baked reality at their Stroudsburg storefront, with specialty desserts ready when cravings strike.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 7, 2026

Stroudsmoor Bakery & Café brings comfort with scratch-baked pastries, specialty cakes, hearty deli sandwiches, and Heat n' Eat meals that rescue weeknights, plus sauces, pastas, and jams when the pantry looks bleak. Friendly vibe, dependable flavors, and zero judgment if dessert happens first.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 27, 2026

Just Like Magic Bakery leans into the Pocono whimsy with macarons, cookies, cupcakes, and dessert bars that taste like someone whispered abracadabra over butter and sugar.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 1, 2026

Brooklyn Bagels & Deli is a Stroudsburg go-to for fresh bagels with homemade cream cheese and egg sandwiches all day, plus stacked heroes, paninis, burgers and hot Italian plates. Try The Gouda-Father or Drunkin' Joe if you like big flavors, or 3 Guys Breakfast Burger when you want comfort without leaving the Poconos.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 21, 2026

Llama Ice Cream brings Peruvian roots to Northeast Pennsylvania with real exotic fruits and premium ingredients, scooping flavors like lucuma, soursop, mamey, passion fruit, guava, and tamarind.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 19, 2026

Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.

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

Popular shop featuring a large candy room with 200+ barrels, plus jewelry, home decor, and more.