The best bakeries & sweet shops in Burlington

“Whizbangs Candy Lab is turning Church Street into your personal pick-me-up with fresh-made fudge and chocolatey experiments you can watch in action, plus a wall of retro favorites, buzzy imports, and Birnn Chocolates truffles. Perfect for a midweek morale boost or stocking the desk drawer.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 9, 2026

“That Cake Stand turns birthdays, backyard hangs, and just-because moments into legit occasions with standard and custom cakes for all occasions. Pick a classic or go wild with theme cakes, custom sheet cakes, wedding or graduation designs, then let the frosting do the talking this week.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Coffee, baked treats, and cozy neighborhood vibes make Barrio Bakery a weekday sanity saver. Swing back when the ovens pivot to pizza and the evening crowd hums; it’s the easiest double dip for your week.”

From the Burlington newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Inside a former maple syrup factory, Great Harvest Bakery + Café turns long-fermented whole grains into breads that actually taste like something.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Whether you need a quick pick-me-up or a host gift that actually impresses, Lake Champlain Chocolates Flagship Store delivers handmade truffles, sea salt caramels, and legit hot chocolate made with fair trade, non-GMO ingredients.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 21, 2026

“NU Chocolat is the local, family-run chocolate shop crafting truffles, bars, and caramels in the Swiss tradition using single-origin Colombian Fino de Aroma cacao, which makes every bite absurdly smooth and aromatic. Swing by this week for a gift box or a just-because pick-me-up, including naturally vegan options.”

From the Burlington newsletter, August 30, 2026

“From Italian-inspired custom cakes (think raspberry, lemon, Nutella, even lavender) to elegant macarons and flaky baklava, Mattarello Baked Goods LLC nails the sweet stuff. They also cater with quiche, salads, and savory favorites like burek and spanakopita, plus a bookable tea party if you're feeling fancy.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Snowflake Chocolates has been handcrafting Vermont confections for four generations, and it shows in silky truffles, legit chewy caramels, and a Maple Collection made with real Vermont maple syrup.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Lake Champlain Chocolates turns this week into little wins with Vermont made truffles, bars, and sippable hot chocolate, crafted with fair trade, non-GMO, organic ingredients. Grab a gift box for someone else, then keep the sea salt caramels for your desk because you are a person with needs.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 16, 2026

“August First keeps Burlington happily caffeinated with all-day breakfast, flaky pastries, and bread that actually tastes like bread. This week, grab a griddled biscuit, the Day Maker sandwich, or a scone that understands the assignment, then call it lunch with salads and sandwiches.”

From the Burlington newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Homey, rustic bakery specializing in hearth-baked breads, cakes, pastries & specialty sandwiches.”