There is no better way to satisfy that sweet tooth than fresh cookies from a hometown bakery. Hira Qureshi compiled a list of the best Philadelphia-area bakeries for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Many of them are right here in Montgomery County.
The Bakery House
604 W. Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr, Pa. 19010
The Bakery House has been serving homemade cakes and pies to Bryn Mawr for 35 years. Their signature cakes are a big hit around the holidays.
The Cheesecake Lady
910 Township Line Road, Elkins Park, Pa. 19027
The Cheesecake Lady, aka Vanessa Jackson creates mini cheesecakes and baby cakes for Elkins Park. Lemon drizzle and caramel apple crunch are some of her more popular desserts.
The Happy Mixer Gluten Free Bakery
103 Swedesford Rd, Wayne, PA 19087
The Happy Mixer Bakery serves baked goods that you wouldn’t believe are gluten free. They have locations in Wayne, Chalfont and Newtown.
Delice et Chocolat
9 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore, Pa. 19003
Brothers Joseph and Antonie Amrani opened this french bakery to serve authentic french foods to Ardmore.
They serve croissants, macarons, and cream puffs. They have several flavors of homemade bonbons and even croque monsieur sandwiches.
Read more about these delicious local bakeries and more at The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Editor’s Note: This post first appeared on MONTCO Today in October 2025.
