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12 Best Dessert Places in Newmarket

12 Best Dessert Places in Newmarket

On the hunt for the best dessert places in Newmarket to visit?

As a big sweets lover, I absolutely love hitting up new dessert spots around the GTA.

There are plenty of amazing dessert spots in Newmarket, no matter what you’re in the mood for!

Whether you’re in the mood for ice cream or freshly-baked treats, here are some of the best dessert spots to visit in Newmarket, Ontario.

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Butter tarts from The Maids' Cottage in Newmarket, Ontario

The Maid’s Cottage

If you’re a fellow lover of butter tarts, prepare to be amazed.

The Maid’s Cottage serves up some of the best butter tarts in the GTA, and they even won the 2022 award for best butter tarts in Ontario!

We’ve tried a bunch of their flavours and loved them all, but my all-time fave is definitely the beer butter tart.

It’s made using craft beer from Old Flame Brewing Co., which is located right across the street from The Maid’s Cottage!

Butter tarts from The Maids' Cottage in Newmarket, Ontario

They also offer a limited edition butter tart flavour every month, with past flavours like Nanaimo Bar and S’mores.

They even have gluten-free butter tarts for my friends with dietary restrictions.

This family-owned shop also has takeout breakfast and lunch options, as well as frozen prepared foods you can take home with you.

Butter tart from The Maid's Cottage in Newmarket, Ontario

There isn’t any seating inside the shop, but they do have a small front patio where you can enjoy your buttery treats.

They even put blankets out during the winter months to keep ya warm and toasty!

LOCATION: 223 Main St S, Newmarket, ON


Nutmeg Bakeshop in Newmarket, Ontario

Nutmeg Bakeshop

This little bakeshop located right in the heart of historic downtown Newmarket serves up all kinds of delicious, handcrafted baked treats.

Everything in the shop is handmade from scratch daily, including everything from their salted caramel sauce to their lemon curd!

Nutmeg Bakeshop in Newmarket, Ontario

They also use seasonal ingredients for their rotating menu, so everything is as fresh as can be.

LOCATION: 256 Main St S, Newmarket, ON


Paris Baguette in Ithaca, NY

Paris Baguette

Paris Baguette may be a South Korean chain, but they’re still one of our absolute favourite bakeries.

They offer up an extensive selection of Asian-inspired baked goods and pastries, including everything from cakes, to croissants, to mochi donuts.

Pistachio donut from Paris Baguette

Their Newmarket location is their second one in the GTA, with their first being at Yonge & Sheppard.

They’re also opening a location at Yonge & Bloor, though it’s been “opening soon” for awhile now!

LOCATION: 47 Harry Walker Pkwy S Unit 12, Newmarket, ON


Jusserts

Jusserts serves up an epic selection of cakes, cupcakes, and donuts at their shop in Newmarket.

Everything in their shop is made from scratch, with no artificial ingredients or preservatives.

You’ll find a variety of cake flavours, including classics like Vanilla or Chocolate and more fun flavours like Coconut or Cotton Candy!

You’ve also gotta try their incredible donuts, which are only available on Fridays and Saturdays.

Take your pick from a variety of flavours including Apple Fritter, Salted Caramel Crunch, and Oreo!

Since they are an online bakery, you will have to pre-order ahead of time for curbside pickup, but it’s so worth the visit!

LOCATION: 17080 Bathurst St, Newmarket, ON


Ube Halo Halo from Mango Like Desserts at Hillcrest Mall in Richmond Hill, Ontario
Ube Halo Halo, a Filipino-inspired treat.

Mango Like Desserts

Mango Like Desserts is all about their mangoes, with a variety of offerings inspired by dishes around the world.

All of their desserts are handmade using fresh fruits, so they’re v fresh and delicious.

You’ll find desserts like their signature Mango Pockets, which are pillowy crepes stuffed with whipped cream and fresh fruits and purées.

They’ve even got non-dairy whipped cream, which is great for my plant-based friends!

You’ll also find other incredible mango-filled desserts like their Mango Mille-Crêpe Cake, Mango Sticky Rice, and Mango Fruta Picada (a sweet and spicy Mexican-inspired treat).

You can find Mango Like Desserts in the Market & Co. food hall inside Upper Canada Mall!

You can also find them in Richmond Hill, Scarborough, and Mississauga.

LOCATION: FM19A, 17600 Yonge St, Newmarket, ON


Supermoon Japanese Style Cheesecakes

This adorable local bakeshop serves up Japanese-style cheesecakes in all sorts of flavours.

Go for the Supermoon Original Cheesecake, made with 3 different types of cheese, or try one of their seasonal flavours like their Cookies & Cream Cheesecake or Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake!

They also offer delicious cheese tarts and Minimoon cakes.

You can find them south of Bayview & Mulock, and they also have two locations in Mississauga!

LOCATION: 695 Stonehaven Ave #5, Newmarket, ON


By Jacob

If you’re a lover of gelato, you’ve definitely gotta try the Asian-inspired gelato flavours at By Jacob.

Go for beloved Asian flavours like Pandan or Vietnamese Coffee, or go for something simple like Strawberry or Pistachio!

You can even enjoy your gelato in a Hong Kong waffle or on funnel cake.

They also have stunning cakes, pastries, and macarons available!

Super cute fun fact: the owners named their store after their first-born child, Jacob!

LOCATION: 120 Mulock Dr Unit 4, Newmarket, ON


Ice Babo

This fun dessert shop in Newmarket serves up bubble tea and Thai-style rolled ice cream.

They’ve got a decent-sized menu with everything from classic milk tea drinks, to fruit teas, to slushes.

For the rolled ice cream, you can choose from a variety of flavours, from Mango Tango, to Smore Galore, to Taro Taro!

They’ve got a good amount of seating inside the shop, and they’ve even got an adorable penguin mural.

LOCATION: 16655 Yonge St Unit 21, Newmarket, ON


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Chocolats Favoris

Adam and I actually discovered Chocolats Favoris while in Montreal, and they’ve got a location in Aurora, just outside of Newmarket!

Walking around their store is chocolate paradise, and you can shop from their incredible selection of artisanal chocolate bars and canned chocolate fondue.

They also serve up amazing chocolate-dipped ice cream cones with all kinds of different chocolate dips and soft serve options.

Dipped ice cream cones at Chocolat Favoris, Montreal, Quebec

Choose from one of their signature dipped cones like the Strawberry Shortcake or Cotton Candy, or customize your very own dipped ice cream cone.

Originally from Quebec City, they’ve been around for over 40 years, and they’ve got locations across Canada!

They’ve also got a location in Vaughan.

LOCATION: 15955 Bayview Ave Unit 1, Aurora, ON


Bene Bene Waffle & Ice Cream in Newmarket, Ontario

Bene Bene Waffle & Ice Cream

Enjoy scoops of Kawartha Dairy ice cream at Bene Bene, which you can enjoy in a cup or cone, or on a waffle or crepe.

They also serve up coffee and Asian-inspired drinks, like their Dalgona Latte and bubble tea.

You can enjoy your treats inside of their adorable space!

LOCATION: 256 Main St S, Newmarket, ON


CrepeStar Dessert Cafe & Bistro

You’ll find a variety of delicious crêpes, waffles, cakes, and Asian-inspired drinks at CrepeStar.

They also serve up Kawartha Dairy ice cream in their crêpes and waffles!

Plus, you can enjoy board games for free if you dine-in.

They even have actual food, including savoury crêpes, waffles, pizza, and rice dishes.

Some of their savoury crêpe offerings include the Asian Sensation Crêpe and Butter Chicken Crêpe!

They’ve also got a second location in Aurora, where they have karaoke, board games, a pool table, ping pong table, poker set, and mahjong set.

LOCATION: 18275 Yonge St Unit #1, East Gwillimbury, ON


Kawartha Dairy

Kawartha Dairy is probably my favourite ice cream chain, and they have an actual location in Newmarket!

You can enjoy scoops of ice cream or blended milkshakes, and you can even grab a pint to take home with you.

They’ve got so many delicious staple and seasonal flavours, and you really can’t go wrong with any of them.

The Blue Buried Treasure is my family’s favourite, and one you won’t find in most small shops that serve Kawartha Dairy!

If you’re in a pinch, they’ve got a drive-thru, but expect long lines during the summer months!

LOCATION: 5 Alexander Rd, Newmarket, ON


Best dessert places in Newmarket:

  1. The Maid’s Cottage
  2. Nutmeg Bakeshop
  3. Paris Baguette
  4. Jusserts
  5. Mango Like Desserts
  6. Supermoon Japanese Style Cheesecakes
  7. By Jacob
  8. Ice Babo
  9. Chocolats Favoris
  10. Bene Bene Waffle & Ice Cream
  11. CrepeStar Dessert Cafe & Bistro
  12. Kawartha Dairy

These were some of the best dessert places to visit in Newmarket, whether you’re craving decadent scoops of ice cream or soft and fluffy donuts!

Have you visited any of these Newmarket dessert spots? What are some of your favourite dessert places in Newmarket? Let me know on Twitter or Instagram!

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