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Confession time: Dessert is my favorite meal. Okay, dessert does not qualify as a meal, but I admit to making cookies and ice cream a major part of my diet. What’s not to love about a sweet, sugary treat once in a while?

Here in Michigan, we have plenty of fantastic places to picked up a tasty dessert. From blueberry pie to walnut-filled brownies to chocolate-chip cookies, this state offers plenty of treats at local bakeries. So, what is the best dessert in the entire state?

The crew at Eat This, Not This! has done the research to find the best dessert in the state. I would be thrilled to do that research for them, if it’s every needed, by the way. “When it comes to satisfying your sweet tooth, you’re likely always looking for the freshest ingredients, great vibes, local ownership, and a spot that has a loyal local fan base,” they state in the study. “With that in mind, we scoured reviews, talked to locals, and even looked back on our own travels around the country to put together a definitive list of the best desserts across the U.S.”

So, what’s the best dessert in Michigan? Waffle Pops at Street Sweets in Sterling Heights. “This choose-your-own-adventure sweet starts with a regular, chocolate, or red velvet waffle on a stick,” the publication states. “You can load it up with anything from like birthday cake Oreos to Butterfingers. Street Sweets also leans into its heritage and offers delicious Middle Eastern sweets, including heavenly baklava. Can’t go wrong with any of these menu items!” That sounds absolutely delicious. I’ve never been to Street Sweets, but now I’m making it a point to get there this summer. For more information, go here. If you have a favorite Michigan dessert, reach out on social media and let me know.

20 Best Michigan Ice Cream Shops

  • 20 Best Michigan Ice Cream Shops You Need to Visit

    This list is via Pure Michigan, with five additional shops added item, including the MSU Dairy Store, from me.

  • Milk & Honey Cafe and Ice Creamery - Traverse City

    Milk & Honey Cafe & Ice Creamery | Traverse City, MI 49684

    Milk & Honey Cafe and Ice Creamery is a family ice cream shop and espresso bar serving products made with high quality ingredients from local sources.

  • House of Flavors - Ludington

  • Marion’s Dairy Bar – East Tawas

  • Country Cone & Fudge Shop – Harrisville

    Country Cone & Fudge Shoppe - Harrisville, MI

    Delivery & Pickup Options - 5 reviews of Country Cone & Fudge Shoppe "Fast, friendly and huge portions! The lemon cheesecake bar was delicious! Best ice cream in Alcona county! Tirmasu, Michigan pothole, praline pecan, pistachio are also divine!"

  • Plainwell Ice Cream - Plainwell

    Espresso Flake is back!! For scooping and 1/2 gallons.

    Posted by Plainwell Ice Cream Co. on Sunday, March 20, 2022

  • Moo-ville Quality Ice Cream - Nashville

    Moo-Ville Quality Creamery

    Your family fun destination for old-fashioned down-on-the-farm fun, freshness and ice cream parlor. Come for a visit to see our dairy farm in operation and watch as we turn farm-fresh milk into delicious dairy products you can take home. MOO-Ville also has cheese, ground beef patties, cream cheese, sour cream, and local maple syrup.

  • Village Ice Cream and Cafe - Dimondale

    It was wonderful seeing so many familiar faces as well as meeting some of our new Guests. We are open today...

    Posted by Village Ice Cream & Cafe' on Monday, April 4, 2022

  • Jersey Junction Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor - Grand Rapids

    It’s officially patio season ☀️Thanks @thegrguide for stopping by!

    Posted by Jersey Junction on Friday, March 18, 2022

  • The Blue Moon Ice Cream Shop – Ovid

    Strawberry Dole Whip is this weeks flavor!🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦🍓🍦Enjoy as is or twist with vanilla, enjoy in a slush as a glacier! Make it a sundae with marshmallow topping 🤩 YUM!!!!!All Dairy Free!!!!

    Posted by The Blue Moon Ice Cream Shop on Sunday, April 10, 2022

  • Guernsey Farms Dairy - Northville

    Guernsey Farms Dairy

    Guernsey Farms Dairy has been family owned and operated since 1940. Our products are made using only the finest ingredients specially formulated by founder John McGuire. Guernsey Farms Dairy Restaurant and Store are located at the same site as our dairy processing plant.

  • Treat Dreams - Ferndale

    Treat Dreams

    Simple and quick blueberry turnovers made using canned crescent rolls. This delicious recipe is perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or quick family dessert. These blueberry turnovers are incredibly easy to make and super tasty! They are the perfect way to use up some leftover blueberries too.

  • Cook's Farm Dairy, Inc. - Ortonville

    https://www.michigan.org/property/cook-s-farm-dairy-inc

  • Falling Rock Cafe - Munising

    Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore - Munising, Michigan

    ORDER ONLINE We are a locally owned coffee shop and café conveniently located in downtown Munising; a perfect location for both travelers and residents. We provide free wireless internet, homemade food with vegan and gluten-free options, custom roasted coffee and gourmet tea, and yes, we do have delicious Jilbert's Dairy Ice Cream!

  • Rapid River Dairy Flo – Rapid River

    Rain or shine, it's ice cream TIME! Opening Wednesday April 13th!

    Posted by Rapid River Dairy Flo on Tuesday, April 12, 2022

  • MSU Dairy Store - East Lansing

    Dairy Store

    The MSU Dairy Store's Anthony Hall location will open for 2022 on January 26. Join us Wednesdays-Sundays during the spring semester, and don't forget your masks!

  • Quality Dairy Ice Cream

    An extra topping never hurts! 😀

    Posted by Quality Dairy on Monday, March 21, 2022

  • Detroit Water Ice Factory

    Our popular Motown Mint Chocolate Brown Bag Popcorn is back for its second year, but only through the end of this...

    Posted by Detroit Water Ice Factory on Wednesday, March 2, 2022

  • HattieGirl Ice Cream and Foods, LLC

    Our founder James Render met this lovely lady at University Foods in Midtown in Detroit today while stocking the freezer...

    Posted by HattieGirl Ice Cream and Foods on Saturday, April 2, 2022

  • Milk & Froth Ice Cream

    Milk & Froth

    Ice cream made from scratch in small batches. With classic and vegan options, don't miss this Detroit staple.

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