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The charming town of Front Roy a l, VA is located at the north entrance to Shenandoah National Park. Even sweeter than that is the number of bakeries we have. Check out a few of our favorite spots! more Down Home Comfort Bakery Located right on Main Street, this bakery is a staple of our town. Baking with all-natural ingredients is very important to them and you'll find that all of their products taste delicious because of it. The business is owned by a couple, Maureen and Keith, who will always welcome you with a smile. There's truly no better place to cozy up and enjoy your favorite comfort foods. Twin Hearts Bakery You can feel good about treating yourself with goodies from this bakery! They specialize in unique flourless cakes, made from a combination of baked fruits, nuts, and coconut. Many of their creations are gluten-free and milk-free, so it's easy to find something that everyone can enjoy. You can find their products in dozens of locations in our area, from cafes to golf clubs, so keep your eye out! Sweet Escapes Home Bakery This bakery is as homemade as you can get! All of their products are made in the home kitchen of the owner. Although they don't have a physical store, this is still one of the best places in the area to get desserts for any occasion. If you have a vision for a cake, they'll be able to create it for you, and they can even make cupcakes to match! Knead Love Bakeshop This spot is a little different, but we had to put it on our list anyway! Rather than baking for humans, they create treat mixes that you can make at home for your dog. All you have to do is add water, pipe the dough onto a tray, and bake. Even better, some of their profits go to animal charities, so buying from this small business also supports a good cause. Happy Creek Coffee and Tea This lovely little cafe has a couple of locations in our area, with each one offering a cozy atmosphere. They roast coffee from the best producers and serve it fresh. When it comes to baking, everything they serve is 100% gluten-free, so you can choose your goodies without worry. They host local artwork and switch up their featured artists often, so there's always something new to take in. Shenandoah Confections This gift shop and cafe is a great place to treat yourself or someone else! They sell artisan chocolates that will satisfy even the biggest sweet tooth. Their cafe, The Vine and Leaf, is a perfect spot to get a hot cup from their selection of over fifty loose-leaf teas. If you're looking for a special gift, they also offer personalized gift baskets and every one is unique. As you can tell, there are many places to get baked goods in our little town. To really treat yourself, stop by Front Royal Buick GMC, where our experienced staff will help find the perfect vehicle for you! Photo courtesy of Pexels

Happiness is a delicious dessert after a great meal. Whether your idea of the perfect dessert involves cookies, ice cream, or pie, you'll likely find a spot that serves it in Front Royal, Virginia. Here are four places around town serving sweet treats. more C & C Frozen Treats Family-run C & C Frozen Treats puts a fun spin on classic homemade ice cream. You'll find crazy and unique flavors such as root beer, kiwi, tiger's blood, margarita, and blueberry basil. C &C has crafted hundreds of flavors over the years, always aiming for something new and different on its ever-changing menu. If you're brave enough to simply order a normal flavor such as chocolate or vanilla, the staff members are likely to make you sample three of the crazier ones first. C & C offers dairy-free and sugar-free ice cream options as well, plus a wide and rotating selection of toppings. The colorful, imaginative shop is on East Main Street, in a lovely part of downtown Front Royal. Down Home Comfort Bakery Down Home Comfort Bakery isn't just a spot to get delicious baked goods; it's a local mainstay that's been a part of the town's growth. Owners Keith and Maureen founded the bakery on bustling Main Street because of their love of baking and for serving the community. When you visit, you'll feel right at home. Down Home Comfort's signature dessert selections include four-layer multi-berry cakes, berry sweet rolls, cinnamon rolls, and chocolate flowers filled with peanut butter, vanilla, coconut, or fruit and nuts. The extensive pie list includes favorites such as apple, cherry, bourbon pecan, fudge pecan, and pumpkin, as well as lemon, chocolate, or coconut meringue. Check the menu frequently to learn about seasonal baked specials. Gracie Bell Treats Cookie lovers have to try the custom confections at Gracie Bell Treats. The original handcrafted treats are made to order using only the best, preservative-free ingredients, including farm-fresh eggs. Order a set of 2- or 3-inch decorated rounds, classic chocolate chip cookies, cake pops, or specialty items, such as holiday, birthday, and baby shower cookies. Most come in sets of 12. You can also buy cookie kits if you want to have fun decorating your own dessert. Each kit includes six cookies, bags of icing, and sprinkles. Order a set of cookies online for pickup, and you'll be set for dessert all week. The shop also ships to surrounding areas. Sugar Creek Snowy and Sweet Co. Drive just over 12 miles down the road to Strasburg to get ice cream to-go from charming Sugar Creek Snowy and Sweet Co. Here you can enjoy real Pennsylvania Mennonite creamery ice cream in flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, salted pretzel, black cherry, blueberry cheesecake, fudge, and butter pecan. Can't decide on a flavor? Order an ice cream flight to taste them all. Sugar Creek also makes sundaes and provides free treats for lucky canine visitors. The shop is known for its large portions, great customer service, and friendly and welcoming atmosphere. You won't be at a loss for options the next time you're in the mood for dessert near Front Royal. Try all four of these establishments to find your favorite. Photo courtesy of Pexels