United States New York New York City New York City Guide Things To Do Essentials Restaurants Nightlife Where to Stay Neighborhoods Itineraries Events Getaways All New York City Brooklyn's Best Bakeries Seven Fantastic Bakeries in Brooklyn By Alison Lowenstein Alison Lowenstein Twitter Alison is a native New Yorker who has lived in Brooklyn for 20 years. She has written several guide books about New York City. TripSavvy's editorial guidelines Updated on 03/14/19 Share Pin Email Brooklyn is home to many sugary filled treats, from doughnuts to pies to candy shops, but if you have an insatiable sweet tooth, these seven bakeries are a must visit. From old school haunts to newcomers with a retro edge, you'll find everything from black and white cookies to a variety of breads. 01 of 07 Leskes Bakery Cindy Ord / Getty Images View Map Address 7612 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA Get directions Phone +1 718-680-2323 Web Visit website The minute you enter Leskes, an old school family-owned Danish bakery in Bay Ridge, you will instantly be drawn to the sweet aroma of baked goods. Those in search of Scandinavian favorites like Wienerbröd will find it at this bakery that has provided Bay Ridge with flavorful Scandinavian treats for over 50 years. Leskes is also home to one of the best black and white cookies in all of NYC. Doughnut lovers will be pleased with their freshly baked donuts. And I'll admit, I did make a pilgrimage here for their incredible Irish Soda Bread for St. Patrick's Day. If you've ever wanted to visit an old school Brooklyn bakery, this place is worth a visit and the calorie intake. 02 of 07 Baked View Map Address 359 Van Brunt St, Brooklyn, NY 11231, USA Get directions Phone +1 718-222-0345 ext. 1 Web Visit website Head to Red Hook, an industrial section of Brooklyn that has become increasingly trendy over the past decade, and indulge in chocolate chunk cookie at Baked. You might also want to make room for a whoopie pie, which is a cookie sandwich, that often comes in seasonal flavors. Even if it's warm out, you should order a hot chocolate with their oversized homemade marshmallow. Located on Van Brunt, which is Red Hook's Main Drag, Baked is the perfect spot to start your day or have a special dessert after a meal at one of Red Hook's many noted restaurants. 03 of 07 Mazzola Bakery View Map Address 529 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY 11231, USA Get directions Phone +1 718-643-1719 Web Visit website Once noted as Brooklyn's Little Italy and featured in the 1980's hit film Moonstruck, the area has been through a serious transformation in the past couple of decades. Many of the old Italian shops have been replaced by artisanal eateries. Although the bakery where Moonstruck was set has shuttered, thankfully Mazzola Bakery is still thriving. If you want a selection of homemade Italian bakery cookies, you can get everything from rainbow cookies (also known as seven-layer or Napoleon) to finger sandwich butter cookies and other classics. They also have a wide variety of breads and baked goods. Other Carroll Gardens spots for great Italian bakery cookies include Court Street Pastry and Monteleone, both located a short walk away on Court Street. 04 of 07 Ostrovitsky Bakery Ostrovitsky Bakery View Map Address 1124 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11230-3610, USA Get directions Phone +1 718-951-7924 Web Visit website This Midwood kosher bakery located in an orthodox section of Brooklyn, the atmospheric neighborhood filled with kosher restaurants and shops, has some of the tastiest rugelach in NYC. If you're searching for ethnic favorites including chocolate babka, hamantaschen, and others, this is the spot. Just to note, since it's Kosher, Ostrovitsky Bakery closes early on Fridays and aren't open on Saturdays. It also closes for Passover. The bakery is right off of Coney Island Avenue, making it the perfect stop if you're riding a bike down to Coney Island. Yes, after that long ride, you deserve a treat. Continue to 5 of 7 below. 05 of 07 Mia's Bakery View Map Address 139 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA Get directions Phone +1 347-987-3194 Web Visit website Bakeries 4.3 This relative newcomer to Smith Street in Boerum Hill is the perfect spot to indulge in a slice of cake and cup of coffee. Their large window filled with baked good is so enticing, it's hard to walk past without stopping in for a quick treat. Of course, Mia's Bakery isn't a place to just stop in, it's better when you have the time to hang out and linger over your latte. Grab a table inside or on their patio and relax with a slice of coconut cake and a coffee. 06 of 07 Ladybird Bakery View Map Address 1112 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215, USA Get directions Phone +1 718-499-8108 Web Visit website This quaint bakery located on a residential stretch of stroller-friendly Park Slope is a local favorite. Ladybird Bakery has a menu of standard favorites. They're also known for their delightful cupcakes. Order a sprinkle, which is a classic chocolate or vanilla cupcake topped with seasonal favorites or try their decadent Brooklyn blackout. 07 of 07 Betty Bakery Betty Bakery View Map Address 448 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1704, USA Get directions Phone +1 718-246-2402 Web Visit website Located on Atlantic Avenue, just a short walk from Barclays Center, this retro style Boerum Hill bakeshop sells some of the tastiest and prettiest cakes and cupcakes in Brooklyn. Choose from their menu of standard classics like red velvet, vanilla, and chocolate. If you're a fan of tarts, pick up their scrumptious lemon curd tart or strawberry shortcake. After you've purchased your sweet treats, walk along bustling Atlantic Avenue and enjoy shopping in the many antique furniture shops and boutiques Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit