5 Best Bakeries in Appleton WI
Updated 05 October 2026 · 8 bakeries in Appleton WI considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This is a short guide to five bakeries and sweet shops in Appleton, WI, for anyone planning a cake order, a coffee and pastry stop or a dessert for an event. It is ranked by Google rating, weighted by review count, with a minimum of 300 reviews, from eight qualifying businesses. Each entry uses listing details and what reviewers mention, so check hours before you go.
#1
Whisk & Arrow Sugar Studio
★ 4.9 (619 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$10–20 per person
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Whisk & Arrow Sugar Studio is at 1915 N Richmond St, listed as a bakery and cake shop with a 4.9 rating from 619 reviews and a $10-20 price range. It is open Tuesday to Saturday and closed Sunday and Monday. Google lists delivery, drive-through, kerbside pickup, coffee and breakfast. Reviewers mention macarons, matcha, wraps and salads, and custom shorty cakes ordered online.
Best for: Custom cakes, macarons and coffee
- Address
- 1915 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–2 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#2
Happy Bellies Bake Shop
★ 4.8 (635 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Happy Bellies Bake Shop is at 2107 N Richmond St, with a 4.8 rating from 635 reviews. It opens Tuesday to Saturday, with longer hours on Thursday, and is closed Sunday and Monday. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention a large selection of drinks and bakes, many dietary-safe and vegan items, an open airy space with seating, and custom birthday and wedding cakes.
Best for: Dietary-friendly bakes and custom cakes
- Address
- 2107 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–2 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 7 am–2 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–6 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#3
Copper Rock Coffee Company
★ 4.6 (1,322 Google reviews)Cafe
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Copper Rock Coffee Company is at 210 W College Ave and is listed as a cafe with a 4.6 rating from 1,322 reviews. It opens daily, including Sunday, from morning to evening, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and toilet. Reviewers mention nitro cold brew, specialty lattes, pots of tea served properly, a brick and wood interior, well-spaced seating and a bakery selection, though one found the quiche bland.
Best for: Coffee with a pastry, seven days
- Address
- 210 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:30 am–7 pm; Mon 6:30 am–7 pm; Sat 7 am–7 pm; Sun 7 am–5 pm; Thu 6:30 am–7 pm; Tue 6:30 am–7 pm; Wed 6:30 am–7 pm
#4
Simple Simon Bakery
★ 4.6 (626 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Simple Simon Bakery is at 218 E Wisconsin Ave, a bakery and cake shop with a 4.6 rating from 626 reviews. It opens very early on weekdays and Saturday and is closed Sunday. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance. Reviewers mention an easy online custom cake order, wedding and bridal shower desserts, helpful advice, and fresh donuts and moist cupcakes.
Best for: Early-morning donuts and event desserts
- Address
- 218 E Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 3 am–5:30 pm; Mon 3 am–5:30 pm; Sat 5 am–2 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 3 am–5:30 pm; Tue 3 am–5:30 pm; Wed 3 am–5:30 pm
#5
Legendairy Cookies 'N Creamery
★ 4.6 (320 Google reviews)Ice cream shop
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Legendairy Cookies 'N Creamery is at 101 E College Ave and is listed as an ice cream shop with a 4.6 rating from 320 reviews. It is open daily, with afternoon starts and evening closing. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet. Reviewers mention build-your-own ice cream cookie sandwiches, soft cookies, custard, non-dairy flavors and an ice cream truck served at a wedding.
Best for: Ice cream cookie sandwiches
- Address
- 101 E College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12–9:30 pm; Mon 12–9 pm; Sat 12–9:30 pm; Sun 2–9 pm; Thu 12–9 pm; Tue 12–9 pm; Wed 12–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 bakeries in Appleton WI with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 05 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Copper Rock Coffee Company opens at 6:30 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated bakery on this list?
Whisk & Arrow Sugar Studio ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 619 reviews. Happy Bellies Bake Shop is second at 4.8 from 635 reviews.
Which bakeries in Appleton WI are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Legendairy Cookies 'N Creamery, at 9:30 pm.
How much does it cost at these bakeries?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Whisk & Arrow Sugar Studio $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Whisk & Arrow Sugar Studio.
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