New York City: Sweet Spots

Skip dessert? Fuhgeddaboutit!

Coffee fuels New York City, and following close behind is its array of fresh-baked, buttery breads and desserts. From classic cultural treats like babka to allergy-friendly sprinkle cakes, to undercover confections like pies disguised as avocados, the Big Apple’s sweet tooth is as bold as its inhabitants.

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Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookie with Milk
photo credit: @untitlednyc

DŌ

Scoop of dunkadoō dough
photo credit: @ukrainianbella

Michaeli Bakery

Chocolate Babka
photo credit: @treatyoselfny

By the Way Bakery

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Sprinkle Cake
photo credit: @bythewaybakery

Empellon

Avocado with Lime, Olive Oil, and Eucalyptus Yogurt

photo credit: @evansungnyc

Momofuku Ko

Japanese Cheesecake
photo credit: @nghigetsanotherplate

Uncle Boons

Toasted Coconut Sundae
photo credit: @evansungnyc via Uncle Boons