Sprinkles, chocolate, buttercream, and of course, sugar: a fun dessert is an easy (and relatively budget-friendly) mood booster. Especially now, when the world feels a bit grim and local restaurants and bakeries are in need of support. From creative ice cream flavors to giant cookies, here are some whimsical treats guaranteed to brighten the day.
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Now Is the Time to Eat Dessert First, and This is Where to Order
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Spoon and Stable
The weekly menu includes dessert by executive pastry chef Diane Moua, such as a honey and cream cake sized to serve two or three. In addition, several flavors of ice cream and sorbet are available by the pint. Curbside pickup Wednesday through Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Marc Heu Patisserie Paris
For an exquisite splurge, order the “ensemble collection” of the shop’s six best-selling cakes and tarts, including an individually-sized passion fruit raspberry tart, cannele, and vanilla Saint Honore. Curbside pickup and delivery Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to noon and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Lynhall
The sprinkle-encrusted funfetti cake tastes as delightful as it looks, with lemon-lime layers and a raspberry-and-prickly-pear panna cotta filling. A rotating selection of other sweets is also on offer, such as a cheesecake sandwich cookie. Takeout and delivery daily from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Milkjam Creamery
Pints of inventive flavors like Hard Knock Life 2.0 (dark chocolate with salted chocolate fudge, whoppers, and brownies) and Cereal Killers (orange coriander milk with fruity pebbles) are available by the pint, plus gluten-free and vegan options. Curbside pickup and delivery daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Waffle Bar
Get a much-needed dose of sweetness with a puffy bubble waffle filled with ice cream, cookies, and colorful toppings. To-go boxes include all the necessary tools and ingredients to build a picture-perfect creation. Takeout and delivery Sunday through Friday from noon to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 11:00 p.m.
The Buttered Tin
Why settle for a shelf-stable Twinkie when a much tastier gourmet version is available? In addition to “Twin Keys,” enjoy cinnamon rolls, hand pies, bars, and cookies. Takeout and delivery Wednesday through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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yum! Kitchen and Bakery
Chocolate lovers will appreciate the delectably rich Patti Cake, available by the slice. In addition, there’s a selection of cupcakes, cookies, and bars. Takeout and curbside pickup from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Black Walnut Bakery
Pastries, eclairs, single-serving tarts—deciding which treats in the bakery case to try is a welcome problem to have. For an extra-special at-home celebration, order a cake (the six-inch size works well for a smaller household). Takeout from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. daily.
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Butter Bakery Cafe
Pastry, vanilla custard, and a generous slathering of dark chocolate: the eclairs alone are worth the drive. The menu also offers bars, cookies, cheesecake, and more. Takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday.
Amy's Cupcake Shoppe
Of course, there are cupcakes, made with homemade fillings and topped with swirled buttercream. But don’t overlook the other treats on offer: rainbow-hued macarons, frosting-stuffed cookie sandwiches, and a bake-at-home cookie skillet. Takeout and curbside pickup Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Patisserie 46
Try the bake-at-home lava cake for a chocolatey serving of comfort. The dessert lineup also includes elegant cakes, cookies, and gluten-friendly sweets. Pickup Tuesday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
T-Rex Cookie Kitchen
If there was ever a time to down a half-pound cookie in one sitting, it would be now. Pick from classic flavors like chocolate chip and snickerdoodle, or opt for the inspired combo of caramel and Oreo. Curbside pickup Thursday through Saturday from noon to 5:00 p.m.