We love a good bakery. Walking into one just makes us feel better – with pleasant aromas wafting in the air coupled with the sight of pastries that look as scrumptious as they taste. Fortunately, the Sedona area is home to six bakeries that can satisfy nearly any sweet tooth. From gluten-free options to a bakery housed in an old train car, learn more about these six Sedona area bakeries. West Sedona’s Layla’s Bakery-Café serves up pastries that are baked fresh daily and made with whole grain milled flour. Try classic creations like pain au chocolat, bread pudding, éclairs and banana chocolate chip muffins. Customers also can order breads, sandwiches and salads.
Located in Tlaquepaque North, Cream & Cake Couture is notable for its creative, scenic desserts. One shining example? Its signature Cactus Dessert cupcakes topped with a cactus sculpted out of frosting. Guests can enjoy baby key lime pies, red velvet cheesecake and a peanut butter brownie bar. Cool down with a scoop of ice cream or order one of its striking geode cakes. The newest bakery on this list, Big Park Bakery in the Village of Oak Creek creates bread and other sweet delights in an open kitchen where diners can watch as the magic happens. Customers can tear into classic sourdough loaves of bread alongside plenty of sweet offerings. Dig into carrot cake, campfire and chocolate cupcakes. We’ve also spotted savory and sweet scones and cookies here. Pair your baked goods with coffee. Big Park Bakery serves drip coffee, cold brew and espresso-based drinks.
The name of Karen’s Gluten Free Bakeshop says it all. Karen’s sells gluten-free, dairy-free and items that are free of refined sugars. Customers can find items like chocolate mint cupcakes, cinnamon rolls and pumpkin bars. Karen’s also sells cookies, baking mixes and breads. Cottonwood’s Romero’s Panaderia is a traditional Mexican bakery. Look forward to classic Mexican delights like conchas, fruitfilled empanadas, sugar cookies and plenty of bread. Housed inside a dark pink train car in Clarkdale, Violette’s Bakery has the most unique setting out of all these picks. Amber Godina is the baker behind this treasured spot. Her waffles and cinnamon rolls – served only on Thursdays and Saturdays – have strong followings. Customers also can dig into tarts, cupcakes, strawberry cream puffs and croissants in addition to Croque Monsieur sandwiches. − Teresa K. Traverse
