These are the 7 best shops to purchase holiday desserts at in Albuquerque
Pratt Morales, co-owner of Golden Crown Panaderia bags biscochitos at the bakery located near Old Town.
Looking to add a sweet touch to your holiday meal?
Here are seven dessert shops to make your holidays even more delightful. From traditional pies to Mexican wedding cookies, there’s something for everyone.
Explore the options below:
ABQ Cake Shop
ABQ Cake Shop & Bakery isn’t just for custom cakes—it’s also a top spot for holiday desserts. The bakery offers a wide selection of pies, including banana cream, pumpkin, cherry, pecan, Dutch apple, apple, chocolate and coconut cream. Treat yourself and your guests this holiday season with one of these delicious pies.
Village Inn
Village Inn isn’t just a go-to spot for breakfast—it’s also known for some of the best pies in America. With a variety of flavors perfect for the holidays, options include Pumpkin Supreme Pie, Southern Pecan Pie, Classic Pumpkin Pie and Caramel Pecan Pie. Browse their full selection to find the perfect pie for your celebration.
Flying Star Cafe
Flying Star Cafe began as a scratch bakery committed to serving fresh, delicious food—a tradition that continues today. It's an excellent choice for holiday pies, with flavors like pumpkin, pecan, strawberry rhubarb, cherry, apple and coconut cream. Once you’ve picked your favorite (or a couple), you can place your order online or in-person.
Las Golondrinas Pie Company
Las Golondrinas Pie Company offers a delightful array of options that celebrate New Mexican culture, making it a perfect addition to your holiday feast. You can choose from New Mexican chocolate pie, dulce de leche pumpkin pie, fruit empanadas, Mexican wedding cookies and Biscochito cookies.
Golden Crown Panaderia
Golden Crown Panaderia is a charming old-fashioned neighborhood bakery dedicated to bringing the best of traditional New Mexican recipes to Albuquerque residents. Their dessert options feature fruit empanadas, a variety of cookies and sweet loaf bread. For a unique touch, you can even purchase a turkey bread sculpture to add a memorable element to your feast.
ABQ Sweet Spot
ABQ Sweet Spot is a locally-owned business specializing in decorated cookies, cupcakes, cake pops and other delightful Albuquerque treats. Their holiday dessert offerings include holiday pies, a sweet and savory bread and dessert box and a pumpkin cake roll. They also cater to those following a Keto diet with options like Keto vanilla or pumpkin cheesecake.
Saratori’s is an Italian pastry shop that caters to a variety of tastes, making it a perfect stop for your holiday dessert needs. Their diverse pastry offerings include must-try pies, with options like fruit, cream, pumpkin, and apple crumb. They also offer personal-sized pies, with a minimum order of six. Choose your favorite flavor and check dessert off your holiday checklist!