By: Jordan Budney By: Jordan Budney | February 1, 2024 | Food & Drink, Feature, Guides,
When the sweet treat o’clock hits, The Hamptons offers dozens of bakeries with tasty and fulfilling cupcakes. With endless combinations of cake flavors, decadent fillings, and mountains of frosting, cupcakes are the sweetest handheld treat, perfect for any occasion. From iconic bakeries to well-kept secrets, these are the best cupcakes in the Hamptons.
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Multiple locations / 631.856.4004 / Website
This American/Columbian-style bakery offers every dessert or baked good you can imagine. Familia Bakery’s extensive menu features freshly-made bread, empanadas, tres leches cakes, cookies, macarons and most importantly, cupcakes. These cupcakes are custom-made for any celebration. Whether you want to celebrate a special occasion or give thanks to that special someone, there are no restrictions on crafting your perfect cupcakes.
43 North Sea Road / 631.283.9830 / Website
Despite being known for its iconic green bag filled with thin, crispy cookies, Tate’s Southhampton Bake Shop has it all. This location features a variety of cupcake options perfect for a little midday pick-me-up. Besides the traditional cupcake flavors like vanilla and chocolate, the store also features special flavors, such as seasonal pumpkin spice, hot chocolate and holiday-decorated treats. Be sure to call the store ahead of time to see what delicious cupcakes are available that day.
39 W Montauk W Hwy / 631.728.6524 / Website
For over 30 years and a history of three generations of bakers starting in Germany, Krieg’s Bakery brings love and tradition to their store. Open Tuesday through Sunday, this bakery is filled with fresh cookies, pastries, bread and perfectly made cupcakes. Keep an eye out for their limited holiday offerings perfect for any family get-together or business office party. Either stop in to purchase your favorite classic cupcakes or call ahead for a custom order that will surely leave you wanting more.
112 Main St. / 631.288.6552 / Website
The Beach Bakery is the go-to place for a quick lunch break or a custom-made cake. Serving up flavors like vanilla, chocolate, red velvet and carrot cake, these assortments of cupcakes are beautifully decorated with hand-piped icing packed with vibrant colors. They also have plenty of other baked goods, like their jelly-filled croissant, that make it impossible to leave without trying. To go along with your dessert of choice, stop by the cafe, “a Kosher pescetarian restaurant serving full vegetarian and fish dishes in their spacious luncheonette.”
26 Middle Hwy / 631.603.2861 / Website
This hidden gem baker is all about expressing her creativity and passion through her craft. Lizz Cohen, founder of Lizzy’s Little Bake Shop, creates custom cakes and cupcakes for all occasions right out of her home. You can order your dream cupcakes by the dozen and select the flavor, frosting, filling, colors and theme. Whether you are indulging in the rich, fudgy chocolate or the zesty sour lemon, there is something for everyone at Lizz’s home kitchen.
Whether on display for a wedding or a comfortable movie night on your bedding, a cupcake from these bakeries guarantees to hit that sweet spot.
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