Back in July Dan and I spent a long weekend in New York City. It has become somewhat of a tradition for us- this is now the fourth year in a row that we have gone. I love walking around the city and of course checking out the local bakeries. After four years of exploration, I finally have a good idea of the best bakeries in the city. Today I am sharing a few of my very favorites with you all.
After checking into our hotel, we immediately headed up to Columbus Circle and stopped at Bouchon Bakery. Bouchon has the best macarons. Now I would choose a chocolate chip cookie over a macaron nine times out of ten, but the vanilla macaron at Bouchon is amazing. I also love the funfetti macaron, a flavor that I tried for the first time on this trip. Dan always orders the homemade Oreo.
Along the way we stopped at Baked by Melissa, a little bakery that sells mini cupcakes. I love the concept behind this bakery- you can easily get your cupcake fix without spoiling your appetite. My favorite is the chocolate chip pancake cupcake.
Since we were not too far from the Upper West Side, we decided to continue walking and check out Levain Bakery. Levain's location is definitely a little out of the way. I had always wanted to try their cookies, but never made it that far up in previous trips. However, Levain is a must for all cookie lovers- their incredibly thick cookies are worth the long walk.
Not only are Levain's cookies thick and chewy, but they are served warm and packed with melted chocolate chips. Talk about cookie perfection.
We also had to stop at Magnolia Bakery for some cupcakes. Above is the caramel cupcake that Dan ordered.
Magnolia is probably most famous for their vanilla cupcake with vanilla frosting. So simple, but so good. I also love the simple swirl they do on top of their cupcakes.
My favorite cupcake at Magnolia is the red velvet cupcake. The whipped vanilla frosting is creamy and so, so good.
If I had to pick my favorite treat in New York City, it would definitely be the pretzel croissant from City Bakery. I can't even describe how amazing it is- you just have to go and try it yourself.
As much as I love re-visiting my favorite bakeries, I also love finding new favorites. On this trip Dan and I went to Chelsea Market for the first time. It is now one of my favorite places in the city. There are fewer tourists than there are in other parts of the city and I love exploring all of the bakeries and little shops. Whether you are looking for baked goods, fresh cheese, fresh meat, nuts, spices or teas- you will find it all at Chelsea Market.
I couldn't resist stopping at Eleni's Cupcakes before we left Chelsea Market. I really love Eleni's chocolate cupcake- so moist and delicious! And how cute are the frosted sugar cookies? You know we had to take home a few to sample.
On our last day in the city, we stopped at Doughnut Plant for breakfast. Since I somewhat miscalculated its location, it ended up being a long walk to get there. But it was definitely worth the walk. They have tons of fun flavors to choose from- my favorite is the carrot cake doughnut.
I seriously wish there was a Doughnut Plant in Boston. The Valhrona Chocolate Doughnut is also really rich and tasty.
So there you have it- my favorite bakeries in New York City. Now you tell me, what are your favorite bakeries in the city?
I've been to NYC plenty of times but it's always been fashion, shopping focused trip. But ever since I've started baking, I've been planning a trip to have visit bakeries. I love your round up and this will be very helpful. Thanks!! Love the Chelsea finds :)
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