By Kate Cohen
If you have a sweet tooth, you know that dessert cravings are a way of life. Orlando is home to some of the most incredible spots for sweet treats, be it ice cream, donuts, or mouthwatering baked goods.
Whatever your preferred indulgence, you can certainly find it here. These are some of the best spots for dessert in Orlando that you need to check out for your next craving.
Gideon’s Bakehouse
A Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookie is no ordinary cookie.
Each of their behemoth treats weighs in at over half a pound, so your sweet tooth is sure to be satisfied.
While they have perfected the chocolate chip cookie, the rest of their menu is jam-packed with other enticing flavor combos like cookies and cream, pistachio toffee chocolate chip, dark coffee cake, and a variety of can’t-miss seasonal flavors.
While cookies are the star of the menu at Gideon’s Bakehouse, their epic cake slices are just as noteworthy. Visit them at their Disney Springs location, or, for shorter lines, check out their flagship storefront in the incredible East End Market.
Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream
Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream began as a passion project pink food truck right here in Orlando and has grown into a variety of Scoop Shops and dozens of counters throughout Central Florida.
They’re known for signature flavors like Mexican Chocolate, Banana Pudding, and Cookie Monster, which is blue velvet cake batter ice cream with chunks of Oreo cookies mixed in.
Just when you think you’ve tried all their flavors, they release monthly specials that reflect seasonal ingredients and clever combos. Try a scoop or two in a cup, cone, or grab a pint to bring back to your hotel room and curl up in bed with a spoon.
Se7en Bites Bakery
You may recognize Se7en Bites Bakery owner Trina Gregory from her numerous appearances on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and Guy’s Grocery Games on The Food Network.
Se7en Bites is an amazing spot for an indulgent, Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch, or lunch, but their bakery counter is famous for a variety of sweet treats. You can pick up mini pies, scones, cookies, brownies, and seasonal bread puddings to satisfy your sugar craving.
The Vanilla Bean Bourbon Bacon Moon Pie, a s’mores-inspired signature sweet with homemade marshmallows laced with vanilla and bourbon, is definitely worth checking out.
The Glass Knife
The Glass Knife is a truly unique spot that’s an homage to vintage bake shops of yesteryear.
Their charmingly sleek aesthetic is matched only by their exceptional sweet treats, many of which look like intricate works of art. They are delicacies meant to be savored, using fresh seasonal ingredients and crafted with care and skill.
The Glass Knife’s donuts are also things of beauty with rotating flavors like Crème Brûlée, Key Lime Pie, and a vegan Lemon Blueberry Thyme. They also serve breakfast and lunch, signature cocktails, and specialty coffee.
Toothsome Chocolate Emporium
Theme Park enthusiasts may recognize this unique steampunk-inspired spot, located in Universal’s CityWalk.
Sure, Toothsome Chocolate Emporium has an extensive menu of savory dishes for lunch and dinner, but they are truly known for their massive specialty milkshakes and sundaes. And we’re talking massive. For example, the Confetti Milkshake has vanilla ice cream, vanilla buttercream frosting, and rainbow sprinkles, finished off with whipped cream and a slice of confetti cake perched right on top.
Worried you won’t be able to choose just one flavor? Try Jacques’ Specialty Flight to sample five different flavor mini milkshakes of your choice.
Better Than Sex
If you’re looking for a sweet treat with a more “adults only” vibe, grab your sweetie and head on over to Better Than Sex.
Romantic lighting, intimate dining spaces, and specially curated playlists set the mood for a dessert experience like no other. Their entire menu is made up of decadent desserts with cheeky names like Cookie Nookie Pie and the Blueberry Birthday Suit Dessert Sandwich. Leave the kids at home and enjoy a little grown-up time savoring rich and indulgent treats that set the mood.
Sampaguita
Sampaguita is a unique Filipino-American ice cream shop that explores and embraces the flavors of Filipino culture.
This family-owned business is known for its unique and bold flavors, including Keso Guava Cheesecake, Banoffee Pie, Jackfruit Chili Nut, and Soy Sauce Butterscotch. Enjoy your ice cream in a variety of cones and adorned with toppings like house-made ube sprinkles and ube whipped cream.
If you’re open to trying something new, the Halo Halo is a traditional Filipino dessert with layers of tropical flavors and textures that will blow your taste buds away!
Everglades at Rosen Centre
If you’re a guest of Rosen Centre (or simply looking for a sensational sweet treat nearby), stop by Everglades to indulge in the Espresso Panna Cotta Martini. This decadent dessert was created in honor of Rosen Hotels and Resorts’ 50th Anniversary and is a nod to Harris Rosen’s New York City roots.
It features creamy Italian custard flavored with espresso coffee, lightly scented with a touch of premium vodka, and served with a chocolate truffle and biscotti cookie in a sugar-rimmed martini glass.
This dessert is for diners 21 years of age and older, though younger guests can still enjoy Everglades’ classic desserts like Florida Key Lime Pie and Crème Brûlée.
Enjoy All of these Sweet Treats While Staying at Rosen Centre
Rosen Centre’s central location makes it the perfect place to stay while you venture out to try these incredible dessert spots in Orlando.
Sweeten up your visit with our 50th Anniversary Dessert Special or try someplace new! Wherever you go to seek dessert in Orlando, Rosen Centre is here to keep you comfortable, especially during a well-deserved sugar crash.
