The best bakeries & sweet shops in Loudoun County

10 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Honey Bee Pastries, LLC

Bakeries & Sweets

Leesburg’s Honey Bee Pastries, LLC is laser-focused on weddings in 2026, crafting custom, made-to-order cakes that actually taste as good…

43178 Parkers Ridge Dr (Leesburg)

“Leesburg’s Honey Bee Pastries, LLC is laser-focused on weddings in 2026, crafting custom, made-to-order cakes that actually taste as good as they look. Line up a tasting this week, bring your Pinterest dreams, and let Jenya and Andrew turn your vibe into a showstopper your Loudoun crew will still be talking about.”

From the Loudoun County newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Candy World

Bakeries & Sweets

Candy store part of a chain located in Dulles Town Center.

21100 Dulles Town Cir # 137 (Sterling)

“Candy store part of a chain located in Dulles Town Center.”

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Gruto's Soft Serve

Bakeries & Sweets

Homey, family-friendly, cone-slinging eatery featuring a variety of ice cream flavors, toppings and sundaes, plus shakes.

107 S King St (Leesburg)

“Homey, family-friendly, cone-slinging eatery featuring a variety of ice cream flavors, toppings and sundaes, plus shakes.”

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Mom's Apple Pie Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Tiny bakery selling an extensive assortment of pies in seasonal and classic flavors, plus other baked treats.

220 Loudoun St SE (Leesburg)

“Tiny bakery selling an extensive assortment of pies in seasonal and classic flavors, plus other baked treats.”

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Edibles Incredible Award-Winning Desserts

Bakeries & Sweets

Cheery little bakery offering homemade cupcakes, fudge & cakes with custom options.

100 Executive Dr Ste 1B (Sterling)

“Cheery little bakery offering homemade cupcakes, fudge & cakes with custom options.”

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See's Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

Post Security, 1 Saarinen Cir Near Gate, B38 (Dulles)

“Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.”

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The Chocolate Palette

Bakeries & Sweets

Seasonal dessert shop serving chocolates, pastries, and coffee drinks in a cozy atmosphere.

208 Church St SE (Leesburg)

“Seasonal dessert shop serving chocolates, pastries, and coffee drinks in a cozy atmosphere.”

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Dana's Cake Shoppe

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed eatery specializing in custom-order cakes, cupcakes and cookies for weddings and other events.

1604 Village Market Blvd SE #125 (Leesburg)

“Relaxed eatery specializing in custom-order cakes, cupcakes and cookies for weddings and other events.”

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Bruster's Real Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Counter-serve chain where all of the ice cream selections are made fresh on-site every day.

555 Compass Pt Plz #108 (Leesburg)

“Counter-serve chain where all of the ice cream selections are made fresh on-site every day.”

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Dolce & Ciabatta Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Simple bakery known for its croissants, danishes and other staples.

9H Catoctin Cir SW (Leesburg)

“Simple bakery known for its croissants, danishes and other staples.”

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