Bakeries & Desserts near me in Winter Park, FL
4 bakeries & desserts in Winter Park, Florida, each with a direct link, phone number and what they offer. Orange County has everything from traditional bakeries to Latin panaderías, cake studios, and home bakers who sell custom treats.
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Light on the Sugar
Bakery
A family-run cafe and bakery that began in Winter Park in 2019 and now has several locations, including a second Winter Park shop and one at Waterford Lakes.
- Desserts
- Coffee
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The Glass Knife
Bakery
A Winter Park cake shop and cafe opened in 2017 that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch alongside donuts, layer cakes and other desserts.
- Desserts
- Donuts
- Coffee
- Breakfast
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Croissant Gourmet
Bakery in Hannibal Square, $$
French bakery-cafe with two Winter Park shops, on Morse Boulevard and North Orange Avenue, baking croissants and pastries from scratch each day.
- French
- Breakfast
- Desserts
- Coffee
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Jeff's Bagel Run
Bakery
A bagel chain that started in Ocoee in 2020 and has grown to dozens of franchised shops across several states.
- Breakfast
- Coffee
- Lunch
- Takeout
Bakeries & Desserts in Winter Park: what we found
This page covers 4 bakeries & desserts in Winter Park. You'll find them in Hannibal Square.
What comes up again and again on their menus and websites: Catering.
The longest-running place here has been open since 2017.
Winter Park sits just north of Orlando and is known for Park Avenue, Rollins College, its chain of lakes and brick streets. The city has a dense cluster of independent restaurants, boutiques, salons and professional offices.
How to choose a bakery near Winter Park
Orange County has everything from traditional bakeries to Latin panaderías, cake studios, and home bakers who sell custom treats. If you need a custom cake for a wedding, quinceañera or birthday, ask about lead times, tasting appointments, deposits, delivery fees, and how they handle cakes in the heat. Buttercream and fondant can soften quickly in Central Florida summers, so outdoor events need a plan for shade and timing. If you have allergies, ask directly how the bakery handles cross-contact with nuts, gluten or dairy, and don't assume a label means the kitchen is allergen-free. Some bakers in the listings operate under Florida's cottage food law, which allows certain home-made baked goods to be sold directly to customers. Use the listings below to find bakeries and dessert shops near you in Orlando, Winter Park, Winter Garden and nearby, and check photos and menus before you order.
Local tip
Florida's cottage food law lets home bakers sell certain shelf-stable goods directly to consumers without a state food permit, as long as annual gross sales stay under $250,000 and products carry the required cottage food label.
Frequently asked questions
How far ahead should I order a custom cake in Orlando?
For simple birthday cakes, many bakeries need a few days to a week. Wedding and large tiered cakes are often booked weeks or months ahead, especially during the spring and fall wedding seasons. Ask about tasting appointments, deposit deadlines, and the last date to change your order.
What affects the price of a custom cake?
Price usually depends on the number of servings, the number of tiers, fillings, fondant versus buttercream, sugar flowers or hand-painted details, and delivery and setup. Complex decorations take many hours. Ask for a per-serving price range and an itemized quote that lists delivery separately.
Is it legal to buy baked goods from a home baker in Winter Park?
Yes. Florida's cottage food law allows people to make and sell certain non-hazardous foods, such as many breads, cookies and cakes that don't need refrigeration, from home. Sales must be directly to the consumer, gross sales are capped at $250,000 per year, and products need a label stating they were made in a cottage food operation not subject to state food safety inspections.
How do I keep a cake from melting at an outdoor event in Central Florida?
Keep the cake refrigerated or in air conditioning until just before serving, and display it in shade, away from direct sun. Ask your baker which frostings hold up best in heat; some buttercreams are more stable than whipped cream or cream cheese. For outdoor weddings, discuss delivery timing and setup with the bakery in advance.
Can bakeries accommodate food allergies?
Many bakeries offer gluten-free, dairy-free or nut-free options, but most share equipment with standard recipes. If an allergy is severe, ask directly how they prevent cross-contact and whether a dedicated kitchen is used. Some bakeries specialize in allergy-friendly baking, and those are worth seeking out for serious allergies.
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