The best bakeries & sweet shops in Barre

“Butterfly Bakery of Vermont turns local flavor into small-batch hot sauces, maple-sweetened baked goods, and whole seed mustards, with fun collabs like a Heady Topper line and an As Seen On Hot Ones collection. Perfect for stocking your pantry or gifting that friend who claims they don’t do mild.”

“Bragg Farm Sugar House & Gift has made maple syrup the traditional way for eight generations, using buckets and a wood-fired evaporator, and it even has a Maple Ice Cream Parlor. Pop in for free sugarhouse tours, a tasting table, and a gift shop packed with Vermont cheeses, crafts, and sweet pantry finds.”

From the St. Johnsbury newsletter, October 13, 2026

“Since 1981, Manghi's Bread has been keeping Central Vermont happily crumb-dusted with fresh, community-minded loaves that taste like home. Even better, they can route special orders to a local grocer, so your next sandwich upgrade basically meets you close to home.”

From the Barre newsletter, October 14, 2026

“The Cottage Cakerie turns family dessert stress into easy wins with 100% gluten-free cakes that skip seed oils and artificial dyes, often tinted with real fruit infusions. Scratch-made with quality, often local ingredients, plus craveable salted caramels, it’s a sweet Barre-area go-to when everyone needs a slice.”

From the Barre newsletter, October 6, 2026

“Maria's Bagels turns out rotating flavors like sea salt, French onion, everything, and Cabot spicy pepper jack. What started in 2014 kitchen experiments became a Vermont-made bagel spot, so when the craving hits, watch the daily schedule and snag your favorites before they vanish.”

From the St. Johnsbury newsletter, October 8, 2026

“Bakery & casual cafe featuring a selection of breads & pastries, plus soups & sandwiches.”