Got a sweet tooth? National Dessert Day is coming up on October 14, and that's a great reason to indulge in your chosen goodies. Whether you like pastries and pies or cupcakes and chocolates, there are plenty of Bergen County eateries serving up delicious, sugary treats. Here are just a few of our real estate agents ' favorites.
Pierre and Michel
38 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Pierre and Michel is an artisan bake shop near our Ridgewood homes for sale offering a little taste of France right here in New Jersey. All their treats are made using traditional French techniques and imported French ingredients. Enjoy classic French delicacies like crème brûlée, mille-feuille, and macarons, or opt for less exotic but equally delicious goodies like fruit tarts, chocolate chip cookies, and cinnamon rolls—no matter what you choose, you're sure to savor every bite.
Sook Pastry
24-26 S. Broad St., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
If you want to make your special dessert indulgence into a truly memorable experience, pick up one of the many exquisite creations available at Sook Pastry. Each of the upscale treats made by this shop is a work of art, showcasing gorgeous presentation and mouthwatering flavors. Their various cakes and pastries are the stars of the show, but you can also pick up scones, danishes, cookies, tarts, and beautiful handmade chocolates.
Marc's Cheesecake
251 Rock Road, Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Love the creamy, tangy melt of a good cheesecake? Marc's Cheesecake has exactly what you're looking for. Their fresh cheesecakes are made with real Philadelphia cream cheese and other high-quality ingredients to create a sumptuous confection that looks as good as it tastes. You can order a single piece of a half-dozen different varieties from their front case, but you can also place custom orders for specific cakes if you're willing to buy the whole thing. While you're there, consider trying some of their handmade ice cream—our real estate agents say it's some of the best available near our Glen Rock homes for sale .
Kara Kakes
799 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Kara Kakes ' website describes it as "The Ultimate Cupcake Experience," and there's a good reason for that. This independent bakery near our Franklin Lakes homes for sale makes decadent cupcakes in dozens of different flavors, rotating their selection each day of the week. You can also order cake bites and cake pops in the same flavors. Gluten-free options are always available, and alcohol-infused cupcakes are offered every Friday to Sunday. If cupcakes aren't your thing, they also have a range of other sweet treats, including cookie bars, cake-stuffed cookies, and chocolate-covered strawberries.
Mr. Cupcakes
700 Paramus Park, Paramus, NJ 07652
True to their name, Mr. Cupcakes is a bakery themed entirely around the classic cupcake near Paramus homes for sale . With over 40 flavors (including offbeat options like Peanut Butter and Jelly and Viva La Leches), there's a delicious treat for everyone on this shop's menu. Each cupcake comes in mini, standard, and jumbo sizes, making it easy to sample a few smaller treats or revel in an extra-large portion of your favorite flavor. They also make gluten-free versions of their cupcakes for a slight upcharge.
Bergen County's rich culinary scene offers much more than just desserts. Contact us today to get in touch with our real estate team and start looking for a local home to settle down in.
