The best bakeries & sweet shops in Knoxville

“North Knoxville’s sweet spot, Magpies Bakery, lives up to its YUM CITY nickname with standout cupcakes (mini variety boxes are a win), a strawberry shortcake that tastes like summer, and the elusive Twix Brownies that spark instant group texts. Make it your sweet errand this week, or go big with a custom cake.”

From the Knoxville newsletter, August 4, 2026

“If your sweet tooth needs a hometown fix, Uncle Butch's Fudge makes handcrafted East Tennessee fudge with build-your-own boxes and flavors from classic chocolate, maple, and peanut butter to cheesecake fudge and seasonal picks like Apple Crumble, perfect for gifting or, you know, “gifting” yourself.”

From the Knoxville newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

“Modern white-walled bakery-cafe offering pies, pastries & other light eats, plus dips & spreads.”

“Established chain offering European-style chocolates & truffles made on-site.”

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

“Retailer offering a huge selection of candy & bottled sodas in innovative flavors.”

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

“Retailer selling a broad selection of goods, including food, apparel & outdoor gear, since 1883.”

“Gourmet vegan bakery offering a variety of toppings and frostings for its cinnamon buns and cookies.”

“Bakery and coffee shop serving sweet treats, including donuts and pastries, alongside coffee drinks.”

“Bakery, pies, scones, and other baked goods for weddings and other special occasions (birthday cakes too), plus muffins, cupcakes and treats.”