Old-Fashioned Cookies & Timeless Tarts
40 Prince Edward St., Brighton
(613) 847-2272
The oatmeal cookies here are just like the ones made by a favourite nana – chewy with just the right amount of homemade goodness to make them a memorable takeaway. Try a generously-sized date square, or a tasty raisin or pecan butter tart. (They have plain too.) You’ll also find Granny’s at the Codrington Farmers’ Market. (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
Cinnamon Buns Frosted Just Right
74 Main St., Brighton
(613) 475-0711
This is the place to experience a perfectly-made, gigantic cinnamon bun. Lola’s adds just the right amount of sugar and spice. Take your time and enjoy it, enhanced by the natural richness of Lola’s freshly brewed, organic, fair trade coffee. Fresh baking is an art form here. Lola’s is also noted for farm-to-table lunch specials.
Donuts That Take the Cake
61 Bridge Street East, Campbellford
(705) 653-1460
It’s worth the planning to get here early for a dozen donuts from this landmark bakery. Just over the bridge in Campbellford, Dooher’s has become so popular it now makes more than 5,000 donuts on Saturdays. Try their signature Boston cream, or classic apple fritter, after all it’s fall. (Pre-orders are a good idea.) (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
Butter Tarts and a Beer
930 Burnham St., Cobourg
(905) 372-9940
This friendly, local pub is found inside the Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn
And found inside the pub’s menu is a real little gem: a terrific, house-made butter tart. There’s a wonderful array of sweets here actually. Say cheers to the sticky toffee pudding or gluten free turtle cheesecake – maybe after you try the English nachos with pulled pork. (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
A Real Royal Favourite
7380 County Rd. 2., Cobourg
(905) 377-7437
Stop into this bakery (located in a homey bungalow) for a taste of why Betty’s won "Best Classic Butter Tart" at the Royal Winter Fair. Located on Hwy. 2 between Cobourg and Port Hope, it’s a welcome drive to Betty’s with orchards and farm stands on this same road. The raspberry coconut, and peanut butter and jam tarts also get high marks. (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
Warm-Up to Wood-Fired
53 Albert St., Cobourg
(905) 372-0033
Millstone serves up perfect little piece of Europe with its artisanal bread, baked onsite in its wood-fired oven. Warm, fresh loaves like buttermilk, pumpkin seed or French sourdough are perfect to pair with soups at home this fall. Millstone has also perfected the paczki (a wonderful, pillowy-soft, Polish-style donut filed with jam, custard or lemon curd). (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
Espresso, Cider and Indulgence
91 King St W, Cobourg
(289) 252-2398
This magical spot is all about great beverages with a side of incredible baking. Want something to warm you up for walk through the leaves? Try the Rustic Bean’s perfectly sweet Caramel Hot Apple Cider. Or, for a welcome pick-me-up, they serve espresso-based coffees. And the baking is as artful as the drinks. Choose from a selection of local pastries, including indulgent butter tarts.
Yummy with a Twist
24 King St. E., Colborne
(905) 396-2423
Discover a take-out café offering decadent baking, plus some really tempting antique and mid-century vintage finds. Call ahead and check on special cupcakes like chocolate espresso – or be surprised by the homemade pies and other classic baked goods. The java is superb here. Want something for the road that’s fresh in terms of veggies and greens? Salads and smoothies are both super choices.
Pies and Family Fun
262 Orchard Rd., Colborne
(905) 355-2574
The World’s Biggest Apple, located just off the 401, is an ideal stop with a broad menu and delicious apple pies. The adventurers in your group can climb to the top deck of the giant apple, then head into the restaurant and bakery to pick up a 9” or 6” apple pie, signature apple bread or a cranberry apple crumble. (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
Gluten Free and Glorious
252 Academy Hill Rd., Grafton
(905) 349-2974
This is gluten-free like never before. This cozy bakery and café (down the road from the spa) offers certified gluten-free breads, scones, cookies and cakes. Try their winning GF Pecan Butter Tart. Pick up some signature Ste. Anne’s Spa granola, ideal with some fall apples you’ll find at orchards across the County. Pick up some house-made chocolate, honey or preserves. (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
Butter Tarts or a Pizza to Go
16 Bridge St. N., Hastings
(705) 696-2920
Bridgewater has both sides of the delicious dough spectrum covered. You’ll find rich, flaky, homemade butter tarts here – or a creative pizza. Try a freshly-baked pizza crust smothered in BBQ chicken, or a garlic lover’s delight, with the secret seasoning baked right into the dough. Craving a fall picnic? Try 6 tarts and a 16” pizza along the Trent-Severn Waterway.
The Crazy Cookie and More
2 Queen St., Port Hope
(905) 885-8303
Over the years, Dreamer’s has become known for its Crazy Cookie, loaded with caramel, nuts and chocolate, then topped with more chocolate and a signature chocolate drizzle. This Port Hope corner bakery is also a great stop downtown for many other sweet treats, breakfast bagels and flavourful hot lunches. Dreamer’s prides itself on starting with locally-sourced items. (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
Good Things in Three Places
Happenstance, Port Hope & Cobourg (visit website for exact addresses for each location)
(905) 800-0685
Now you can get a Bee’s Knees Latté (made with Happenstance espresso and creamed chocolate honey) in Port Hope and Cobourg. Or order a warm hot chocolate, complete with latté art. This innovative bakery has expanded: two stops in Port Hope, and now one in Cobourg. It’s worth a trip to all three for the take away.
Made with Love and Butter
74 Walton St., Port Hope
(905) 800-1010
The perfectly swirled cupcakes and raspberry heart cookies make this lovely bakery a go-to spot. There are some serious scone choices to make here too: cranberry orange, maple pecan or cheddar. You might want to call ahead to place a custom cookie order. Dinosaurs, unicorns and sunflowers are some of the most sought-after, artfully-designed treats at Sugar Dust.
Hello Queenies
16 Walton St., Port Hope
(905) 396-3330
Among other great bakery treats, this is the place to go for a classic Nanaimo Bar: layered carefully with a superb chocolate graham cracker base, buttery custard then more chocolate. The Hello Dollies made with loads of chocolate chips and coconut are a great way to greet any day. The coffee and sandwiches get rave reviews, as well as the super friendly staff.
Expertly Hand-Tossed
2 Mill St., Warkworth
(705) 308-2253
This is the perfect stop for a pizza made with hand-tossed dough and topped with local ingredients like harvest squash drizzled with roasted garlic oil. Pizza by The Bakery started as The Bakery, but the expert hand tossing done by Jason (and the added ingredients from Jessica) has meant this couple could grow their business to beyond delicious desserts. (Part of the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour)
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