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Celebrate with Sweet Desserts from NEPA Makers this Holiday Season!

The holidays are a hectic, joyful, wonderfully chaotic time of year. Between shopping, family get-togethers and attending festive holiday events , dessert often becomes the forgotten item on the to-do list. So, this year, let the pros handle the sweets. All season long, NEPA’s local bakeries roll out thousands of Christmas cookies, homemade pies, cakes and cupcakes. And don’t forget family favorites like pepper cookies and poppy seed rolls.

Of course, no dessert spread is complete without chocolate. Across the region, local chocolate shops and confectioners craft decadent truffles, caramels, bark, molded chocolates and so much more. Whether you’re after old-world classics or modern gourmet sweets, NEPA’s chocolatiers know how to satisfy every chocolate craving. And they also make the perfect stocking stuffer.

From holiday cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, chocolates, candy and more, we’ve compiled a few lists of NEPA favorites to help you fill up that holiday dessert table. And, of course, don’t forget to grab a little something for your furry friends.

Classic Holiday Cookies

Nothing says Christmas quite like a sweet tray of freshly baked cookies. At NEPA’s local bakeries, you’ll find everything from classic sprinkle-topped sugar cookies to intricately hand-painted treats that look almost too beautiful to eat. Whether you crave buttery cutouts, festive frosted shapes, or traditional family-style favorites, our region’s talented bakers craft cookies made with love and holiday spirit.

5 Must-Try Holiday Cookies in NEPA

5 Must-Try Holiday Cookies in NEPA Image

Cakes, Cupcakes, Pies & More

No holiday celebration is complete without a spread of festive baked goods. NEPA’s local bakeries craft everything from elegant cakes and whimsical holiday cupcakes to warm, comforting pies. . You’ll also find traditional favorites like nut rolls, poppy seed rolls and fresh-baked breads. Whether you’re planning a dessert table or bringing something sweet to a family party, our local bakeries are dishing out the tastiest, homemade treats to warm up any holiday happening.

Chocolates & Candies

Round out your decadent dessert table with a touch of rich, indulgent chocolate. NEPA’s chocolate shops and candy makers craft everything from classic milk and dark chocolate bites to decadent truffles, caramels, barks and seasonal molded sweets. Whether you’re looking for elegant gift boxes or nostalgic homemade candies, our region’s chocolatiers have it all. Treat yourself and your guests to handcrafted holiday chocolates and candies made right here in our backyard.

Pet Treats

Don’t forget to spoil your furry best friends this holiday season. After all, they’ve worked hard all year—keeping you company, greeting you at the door and curling up at your feet during cozy winter nights. NEPA’s pet bakeries offer adorable, tail-wagging treats made just for them, from festive biscuits to gourmet pup-friendly “cookies” and cakes. If you’re filling a dessert table for the humans, make sure your pets have something special of their own.

Celebrate with Holiday Sweets Made Right Here in NEPA

Make all your holiday celebrations a little sweeter this year. From handcrafted cookies and decadent chocolates to eye-catching cakes, pastries and pies, our region is bursting with homemade holiday flavor. Whether you’re hosting a big family dinner, craving some seasonal sweets or delivering fresh-baked gifts, your local shop has you covered. So, place those orders, fill up that dessert table and savor every sweet moment this season.

A family poses for a photo outside a popular Christmas lights display in Scranton, PA.

NEPA Holiday Magic

From twinkling lights and family traditions to small-town, Yuletide vibes all over our 10-county region, making the holidays a special time to gather and celebrate is kind of our thing here in NEPA.

Article Updated from its Original Version Published on 12/08/2020.