This Is the Best Dessert in Michigan
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….
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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.
It's spring, and today it actually feels like it across much of Michigan. Of course, this is Michigan, which means at any given moment we could be graced with snow and ice, even mid-spring. But, right now, warm weather and ice cream are on the mind.
I simply love ice cream. It's probably my favorite food. The more chocolaty and decadent and cookie dough-laced, the better. Here in Michigan, we have an array of incredible ice cream shops, some that are open seasonally and others year-round. There's lots of ice cream to go around, whether you prefer soft-serve (not for me) or regular.
Pure Michigan has put together a list of the best ice cream shops in Michigan. If anybody knows their Mitten ice cream, it's Pure Michigan, since they handle all the touristy stuff around the state. Read on for the full list. I actually added my own picks to make this list 20, since some of the Pure Michigan picks have sadly closed. My main pick was the MSU Dairy Store on the campus of Michigan State University. If you're ever in East Lansing, it's really something you have to experience. They make all of their own ice cream, and since MSU is an agricultural college, you know it's some of the best-tasting stuff around. I also included Quality Dairy, which is known for its fantastic ice cream around mid-Michigan. If you have a favorite ice cream spot that was left out, reach out to me on social media and let me know.
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.
