If you find yourself in the Bay Area, be sure to check out these sweet spots!
Whether you’re traveling to the Bay Area or you live there, sometimes you just get a craving for sweets. Well, these vegan-friendly bakeries in the San Francisco Bay Area are here to help. Order a Cardamom Cake With Rose Chocolate Buttercream from Shru’s Kitchen. Or look for Much Joy Bakeshop, a local pop-up, to enjoy their Asian-inspired pastries. Maybe stop by Timeless Coffee for a cup of joe and a slice of Tiramisu Cake. Whatever you decide, get ready to satisfy that sweet tooth. Because when it comes to vegan eats, we’ve got a line-up of plant-based sweets.
Timeless Coffee
Oakland
This 100% vegan roastery knows a thing or two about plant-based cakes and coffee. First, pick up a couple of bags of Timeless Coffee’s Tide Espresso Blend, Black Sails Dark Roast, or any of the shop’s other options to take home. Second, order yourself a cup to sip while you’re there. Third, check out their selection of amazing cake flavors! Use the cafe’s Cake Builder to order your choice. Whether you go with cupcakes, a sheet cake, a regular cake, or others, you will find a range of sweet options. Think Cherry Cheesecake, Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake, Lemon Chiffon, and more. And, yes, they do wedding cakes!
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Shru’s Kitchen
San Mateo
When it comes to vegan-friendly bakeries in the San Francisco Bay Area, this little 100% vegan cottage bakery does it right. Either order on the website and schedule a pick-up or find Shru’s Kitchen at an area pop-up. Cake flavors include Earl Grey With Rose, The Cake Next Door, Flavors Of India, Carrot Halwa, and more. At pop-ups around the Bay Area, Shru’s also offers various vegan pastry items as well as cake slices. So, if you’re looking for South-Asian-inspired cake flavors and minimalistic designs, then be sure to check out this plant-based bakery.
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Whack Donuts
San Francisco
When you want San Francisco area donuts that are baked instead of fried, then head to Whack Donuts. Look for their pop-ups throughout the Bay Area. This Black-owned vegan business also offers nut-free and gluten-free options as well. So, why not try some of their delicious flavors? Past options have included Match Green Tea, Oreo Cookie, Strawberry Creme, Tres Leches, and more.
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L.H. Bakeshop
San Francisco
For pickup only, check out L.H. Bakeshop. You will find great vegan treats as well as gluten-free and sugar-free options as well. This spot is strictly made-to-order cakes, cupcakes, and baked goods. Try their unique flavors! Order one of their Pistachio Cakes or a Vanilla Bean & Black Sesame Cheesecake. Craving a strawberry and mango-filled pie with streusel crumb topping? They can do that too.
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Much Joy Bakehouse
San Jose
Vegan-Friendly
Another cottage bakery to check out in the Bay Area is Much Joy Bakehouse. If you’re looking for American-style desserts in Asian-inspired flavors, then give them a try. Either order online through Hotplate for pickup or find them at pop-ups, bake drops, and more around the Bay. Vegan items are labeled on Hotplate. So, if you’re looking to support a small business, check them out for your plant-based treats.
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Mariposa Baking
Oakland
Vegan-Friendly
Looking for vegan and gluten-free options? Then take a look at Mariposa Baking. For vegan-friendly bakeries in the San Francisco Bay Area, this one brings the savory and the sweet. Pick up some bread and baguettes for dinner. Or go for their gluten-free dinner rolls. Then grab an order of Banana Muffins and Cinnamon Raisin Bread for breakfast. And don’t forget the Penguinos! These cream-filled chocolate cupcakes are Mariposa’s answer to that nostalgic Hostess fave.
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Sweet Bar
Oakland
Vegan-Friendly
One word: cookies! At Sweet Bar, you’ve got treat options. While their menu may vary, past cookie flavors have included Chocolate Walnut and Ginger. In addition, you will find a Crumble Tart that is both vegan and gluten-free. Their Bakery Platters (a muffin and scone combo tray) can be ordered with vegan options. And enjoy a cup of joe with their Banana Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake. Plus, if you’re picking up a bagel, yes, they have vegan cream cheese!
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