The best bakeries & sweet shops in Franklin

“Organic, small-batch loaves from Baked & Free taste like someone actually cared... because they did.”

From the Franklin newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.”

“Counter-serve chain serving cinnamon rolls plus other baked goods & specialty frozen beverages.”

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

“Upscale grocery store chain with an old-world vibe offers local produce, prepared eats, wine & more.”

“Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.”

“Puffy Muffin Bakery & Restaurant has been serving Brentwood since 1986 with warm hospitality, scratch-made quiche, cakes, pies, cookies, and the kind of breakfast, brunch, and lunch that feels home-cooked. Swing by this week for a treat that tastes like a small celebration, no special occasion required.”

From the Brentwood newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Casual donut shop offering made-to-order creations with a variety of toppings, plus coffee.”

“Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.”

“Ivey Cake is a small, independently owned cupcake and cake boutique turning playful flavors into designer sweets and custom cakes. From signature cupcakes to wedding consultations, their specialists can help you pull off birthdays, showers, and gender reveals...”

From the Franklin newsletter, September 13, 2026

“From flaky croissants and seasonal pastries, including gluten-free, to custom cakes and classic pies, The Southern Baking Co. is your Spring Hill spot for from-scratch goodness with real-deal Southern hospitality. Grab a smooth Southern Press Coffee, enjoy an afternoon tea, or plan your next little celebration.”

From the Spring Hill newsletter, August 28, 2026

“Frozen custard chain with vanilla, chocolate & a rotating weekly flavor, plus a range of toppings.”

“Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.”

“Voted Best Bakery in the Main Street Maury Awards, Sugar Magnolia Bakehouse turns weddings, baby showers, and birthdays into sweet little mic-drops with cookie orders made for your milestones. Years of cookie devotion and a Spring Hill heartbeat make it a neighbor-approved treat for Columbia.”

From the Spring Hill newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Beach Co. Chill is a locally owned Hawaiian-style shave ice camper at Hidden Seed Plant Shop in Spring Hill, serving snow-soft cups with 35+ flavors and 2+ sugar-free options daily.”

From the Columbia newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.”

“Sweethaven is scooping award-winning ice cream, swirling farm-fresh frozen yogurt, and letting you raid a themed sprinkle bar built for holidays, milestones, and everyday wins. Grab a fresh-made waffle cone or an ice cream cake and treat yourself this week.”

From the Franklin newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Whether you’ve ditched gluten or just want great desserts, Gluten Free Goose, A Bakery turns out 100% gluten-free cakes and cookies, plus vegan goodies. Preorder a cake for your next celebration or swing by for a box of cookies that vanish fast.”

From the Brentwood newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Treat yourself this week with A Little Loving Care, baking freshly made cookies and sweet treats from old family recipes. Start with the Almond Joy Thumbprint Cookies for chocolate, coconut, and pecan in soft shortbread bliss, or line up cookie catering for your next get-together.”

From the Franklin newsletter, August 23, 2026

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

“Need a quick serotonin boost that fits in a bag? Candy Craze is the bulk-candy playground with everything from popular TikTok candies to nostalgic classics, so you can build a weirdly perfect mix for movie night this week, kid negotiations, or that snack drawer you definitely don't share.”

From the Franklin newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Kailey Cakes is Franklin’s go-to for custom wedding cakes, groom’s cakes, and full dessert tables, plus Sugar + Slice, their adorable mobile cake cart that rolls in with mini cakes and big smiles. Get your ideas ready now and inquire for dates after August 14.”

From the Franklin newsletter, August 8, 2026

“The Cupcake Collection turns out classic and creative cupcakes, plus custom cakes for every celebration, with gluten-free and vegan options, mini to jumbo, and even pupcakes. Treat yourself this week, because sometimes dinner needs a co-star and these sweets absolutely steal the scene.”

From the Nashville newsletter, August 30, 2026

“When the craving hits, Sweethaven is scooping creative flavors, milkshakes, and frozen yogurt that somehow tastes like a good decision. They’ve got ice cream cakes for celebrations and digital gift cards for that friend you owe, plus a 2023 “Award Winning Ice Cream” nod from Thyme.”

“Franklin Bakehouse keeps Franklin fueled with artisan breads baked daily, buttery scones, and bagel breakfasts that make weekday mornings less... weekday.”

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

“Puffy Cotton Candy turns spun sugar into magic, from fluffy clouds and character shapes to full-on cotton-candy cakes. Order custom flavors in three sizes or book them to spin at your next party, and yes, it’s gluten-, fat-, nut-, dairy-, and soy-free.”

“Whether you’re craving a buttery breakfast pastry, a proper tea or coffee service with a butter cookie, or a custom cake that actually lives up to the group text hype, Triple Crown Bakery delivers scratch-made goodness in Historic Downtown Franklin. Friendly vibes, thoughtful flavors, zero pretense.”

From the Franklin newsletter, September 16, 2026

“LC's Cake by the Pound turns celebrations into edible art with scratch-made cakes, Southern pound cakes, and party-ready cupcakes, cake pops, and candied fruit. Spring Hill folks, there are gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, and egg-free options with no Red Dye 40.”

From the Spring Hill newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Merridee's Breadbasket in Franklin is cranking out from-scratch goodness this week, from flaky breakfast pastries and sandwiches stacked on house-made Viking Bread to refreshingly light ice box pies and French Silk Pie you swear you’ll share. Grab a cozy table or a treat to go, you’ve earned it.”

From the Franklin newsletter, August 12, 2026