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Best Dessert in Austin – 10 Places to enjoy sweet desserts near you

February 14, 2023 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Best Dessert in Austin - 10 Places to enjoy sweet desserts near you

Best Dessert in Austin – Dessert Places in Austin

Austin, Texas is a culinary hotspot, renowned for its diverse and delicious food scene. While it’s well-known for its Tex-Mex cuisine and barbecue, the city also boasts a plethora of outstanding dessert Austin TX options.

Locals and visitors alike often wonder where to find the best dessert in Austin. Luckily, the city is home to a wide variety of Austin sweets shop, bakeries, and restaurants serving up delectable treats, making it easy to satisfy any sweet tooth.

One of the most popular ways to enjoy dessert in Austin is by exploring the city’s many dessert spots. These establishments offer a range of sweets, from artisanal chocolates to decadent cakes and pastries. Some of the best dessert places in Austin include Sugar Mama’s Bakeshop, and Delysia Chocolatier. With so many options to choose from, it’s no wonder that dessert Austin is a topic of conversation among foodies and locals alike.

When it comes to finding the best dessert in Austin, TX, there are plenty of options to consider. Some of the top choices include Bananarchy and Lick Honest Ice Creams. Other popular spots for Austin TX dessert include The Baked Bear and Manolis.

For those looking to indulge in the best desserts downtown Austin offers, there’s plenty to choose from, too! So whether you’re in the mood for a classic chocolate chip cookie or a gourmet dessert creation, the best desserts in Austin has you covered.


Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.

Also, remember to check out our articles on Date Ideas Austin, Romantic Restaurants in Austin, Best Italian Restaurants in Austin, and Best Austin Restaurants with a View! 


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Best Dessert in Austin – Austin Sweets Shop

Sugar Mama’s Bakeshop

Best Desserts in Austin - Sugar Mama's Bakeshop

Image Credit: Sugar Mama’s Bakeshop FB Page

Well-known bakery offering cupcakes, cookies, bars & mini-pies in a vintage space with a few seats.
Where: 1905 South 1st Street, Austin, TX 78704
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm


Teddy V. Pâtisserie

Best Desserts in Austin - Teddy V. Pâtisserie

Image Credit: Teddy V. Pâtisserie IG Page

If you haven’t had one of the cookies from Teddy V. Pâtisserie, then I highly recommend adding them to your must-try list. One look at these chocolate chip cookies and I knew that I needed one to satisfy my sweet tooth. They’re a one-third pound of delicious sweetness (and don’t even get me started on how good they are once warmed up!).
Where:  Multiple locations with different times


Delysia Chocolatier

Best Desserts in Austin - Delysia Chocolatier

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If chocolate is your best friend, then you’ll love Delysia Chocolatier. They offer handcrafted, award-winning gourmet chocolate. They’ve got a variety of truffle boxes that you can order online and get shipped directly to your home. From their Berry collection to their Italian collection to their Spirits collection, they’ve got a little bit of everything for everyone.
Where: 2000 Windy Terrace #2c, Austin, TX 78726
Operating Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm


Bananarchy 

Best Desserts in Austin - Bananarchy 

Image Credit: Bananarchy  FB Page

Frozen bananas dipped in chocolate. Does anything sound better than that? Bananarchy offers your choice of banana heaven with options like Peanut Butter Pie Banana, Cookie Crumble Banana, or the GOB (which doubles the banana and deliciousness). If none of those are your cup of tea, then you can build your own banana as well!
Where: 1311 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Friday and Saturday 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm


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Best Dessert in Austin – Dessert Places in Austin

The Baked Bear

Best Desserts in Austin - The Baked Bear

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Decadent build-your-own custom ice cream sandwiches with artisanal ice cream & house-made cookies.
Where: 211 Walter Seaholm Drive Suite LR150, Austin, TX 78701
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm


Tiff’s Treats

Best Desserts in Austin - Tiff’s Treats

Image Credit: Tiff’s Treats FB Page

I always enjoy it when someone gets Tiff’s Treats delivered to the office and everyone ends up getting a share. If you’ve never gotten one of these dessert deliveries, let me fill you in on what you’re missing: delectable warm cookies or brownies that will make your mouth water. Seriously, it’s like they just got pulled out of the oven.
Where: Multiple Locations
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 10:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm


Manolis

Best Desserts in Austin - Manolis

Image Credit: Manolis FB Page

Manolis is a one-stop shop for all desserts. This family-owned food truck offers a wide variety of sweet treats made in-house. They are all perfect for hot Texas summer days. Grab ice cream, paletas (ice pops and cake pops), Italian ice, shakes, or any of their delicious hand-crafted pastries.
Where: 8907 Circle Dr, Austin, TX 78736
Operating Hours: Friday – Sunday 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm


Hayleycakes and Cookies

Best Desserts in Austin - Hayleycakes and Cookies

Image Credit: Hayleycakes and Cookies FB Page

“Mostly sweet and a little bit sassy,” is what the Hayleycakes Instagram profile reads. And you’ll find that true as you scroll through their feed full of the most adorable—and hilarious—cookies and cakes. You’ll be able to find cookies designed for any type of person. Want to try your hand at decorating your own cookies? They also sell decoration kits so you can create your own perfect dessert!
Where: 1700 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Operating Hours:  Monday – Saturday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm


Tiny Pies

Best Desserts in Austin - Tiny Pies

Image Credit: Tiny Pies FB Page

If you’re a pie lover, then Tiny Pies is the place for you. This local family-owned business sells the cutest little pies small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. They’ve got all the popular flavors, such as apple, pecan, and cherry. I’m also a fan of the gluten-free chocolate pot de creme (a lifesaver when I was dealing with sore teeth from braces tightening). Their menu does change, so new and rotating flavors pop up all the time!
Where: Multiple locations
Operating Hours:  Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm | Saturday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm | Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm


Lick Honest Ice Cream

Best Desserts in Austin - Lick Honest Ice Cream

Image Credit: Lick Honest Ice Cream FB Page

Lick Honest Ice Cream is another Austin favorite, and I completely understand why. They offer delicious and unique ice cream flavors. Their everyday flavors include Caramel Salt Lick, Coffee with Cream, Texas Sheet Cake, and more. Venture over to their season flavors to see fun options like Strawberry Jalapeno and Horchata. They’ve even got a special flavor right now that uses Teddy V. cookies!
Where: Multiple locations with different times


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Fluff Meringues & More (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)

Back in 2019, I saw Fluff Meringues & More popping up everywhere. Y’all, I’m sad to share that I’d never had a meringue before! But Fluff opened my eyes up to the world of these delicious sweets. Although I highly recommend trying out the meringues, they also offer desserts like macarons, scones, jam, and an afternoon tea tower (of which I need to try).

NadaMoo! Ice Cream (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)

Whoever thought of merging ice cream and tacos was a genius. NadaMoo! is offering mouthwatering ice cream taco DIY kits, which can serve up to 12 people (or one person for 12 days), and come with your choice of four pints of NadaMoo! Ice cream, chocolate chips, sprinkles, and Siete taco shells. You can also stop by to get a scoop of your favorite ice cream flavor, shake, or more.

Do you know of any places with the best dessert Austin offers? Share them with us in the comments below and let’s all discover the best dessert in Austin!


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