Treat yourself — you deserve it — with sweets from some of Orlando’s top dessert spots.
Updated July 17, 2026
Everyone knows dessert is the highlight of any meal, so why not skip straight to the good part? Grab and go with these sweet treats, available at some of the top ice cream counters, pastry shops and bakeries in Orlando. We’re highlighting delicious desserts that don’t require a dining reservation or theme park ticket, so you can easily treat yourself whenever the mood arises.
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Sweet Treats in Orlando Neighborhoods
Halo Halo at Sampaguita
Ten minutes north of downtown in the Mills 50® District, Sampaguita Ice Cream offers an incredible array of Filipino-inspired ice cream, shakes and sundaes. One of their most popular menu items is the Halo Halo, a traditional Filipino dessert with layers of coconut pandan jellies, palm nut fruit, ube jam, shaved ice and more. They also offer personal and sharing-size ice cream flights with flavors like pineapple cake, soy sauce butterscotch and ube latte — perfect if you’re like me and want to try a little bit of everything.
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Shaved Ice at Saigon Snow
Right around the corner inside Mills Market, Saigon Snow offers massive bowls of shaved ice topped with pandan mochi, cassava cake, puffed rice and your choice of fruit. Choose from mouthwatering tropical flavors like mango, pink pineapple, ube, lychee and dragon fruit, and be sure to bring a friend. You’ll want help to finish this shareable treat so you can save room for more from the market’s four MICHELIN recognized culinary concepts.
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Filipino Pastries at Kapé Kaya
Also in Mills 50, MICHELIN Green Star honoree Kaya hosts a weekly bakery takeover packed with local charm. Dig into Filipino-inspired treats prepared by a James Beard-recognized pastry chef, available only on Saturday mornings from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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Artisan Pastries at The Glass Knife
If you’re craving cookies, croissants and similar craveworthy creations, The Glass Knife in Winter Park has you covered seven days a week. The LGBTQ+ owned bakery and restaurant features a colorful lineup of signature sweets and holiday-themed treats, from donuts and pastries to whole special occasion cakes. They also offer coffee, wine and weekend brunch, if you prefer to stay awhile.
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Supersized Cookies at Gideon’s Bakehouse
Gideon’s Bakehouse is best-known for their enormous, nearly half-pound cookies, which come in a variety of flavors at two Orlando locations. Visit the original storefront inside East End Market for cookies to go, or sample cookies, cake and coffee from the expanded menu at Disney Springs®.
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Açai Bowls at Purple Ocean Superfood Bar
If you’re craving something a little lighter, Purple Ocean Superfood Bar boasts açai bowls, smoothies, lemonade and fully vegan bites. They’re steps from the Curry Ford West District, with fresh, organic ingredients that will help you to fuel up rather than just fill up. They also have a second location near the University of Central Florida.
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Donuts at Smoke & Donuts
MICHELIN Recommended Smoke & Donuts combines two classic culinary concepts: savory barbecue and sweet, freshly baked donuts. If you don’t have time to settle in for a full meal, you can order donuts online and take them to go, including fan-favorite specialties like the Bacon Blast, Lavender Coconut and Salty Englishman.
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Baked Goods at Se7en Bites
Also in The Milk District, MICHELIN Recommended Se7en Bites serves divine comfort fare Thursday – Sunday mornings, including a spectacular lineup of freshly baked sweets. Available through 3 p.m. at the bakery counter, highlights include shortbread, coffee cake, scones, mini pies, layered pies, and of course, the fan-favorite seasonal bread pudding.
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Sweet Treats Near Orlando’s Theme Parks
Butterbeer™ at Universal Orlando Resort
Once you have your first Butterbeer™, there’s no going back. Luckily, you can now satisfy those shortbread and butterscotch cravings all year long at Universal CityWalk — no park ticket required! Try everyone’s favorite drink from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ served frozen, cold or hot.
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If you do have a park ticket, you can also try these varieties and other sweet Butterbeer™ treats inside Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Epic Universe.
Specialty Milkshakes at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium
In Universal CityWalk, The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen is a full-service restaurant known for its towering milkshakes and specialty sweets. If you’re skipping the meal and going straight to dessert, just head left once inside to grab your choice of milkshake to go. The nearby confectioner’s counter also offers a mind-blowing assortment of cookies, chocolates, cakes and miniature desserts.
Voodoo Doughnut
True to their name, Voodoo Doughnut serves over 50 donut varieties at Universal CityWalk, including classic cake, yeast, and vegan recipes. Keep it simple with signature offerings like the Grape Ape, Bacon Maple Bar® or jelly-filled Voodoo Doll®, or try limited-time offerings and Orlando exclusives like the Universal Orangesicle. You can also pre-order donuts in the Universal Orlando app for easy pickup after a long day in the parks.
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Biggie Shakes at JoJo’s ShakeBAR
For even more supersized foodie fun, head to JoJo’s ShakeBAR at Pointe Orlando. The nostalgic hangout offers some of the most over-the-top milkshakes in town, with a dedicated walk-up window if you prefer your sweets to go.
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Dole Whip at Walt Disney World® Resort
Perhaps one of the most iconic snacks at Walt Disney World® Resort, a sweet, creamy Dole Whip is the perfect snack on a warm, sunny day. If you want something truly grab-and-go, no park ticket required, just head to Swirls on the Water at Disney Springs®. This year-round stand offers a variety of seasonal flights and flavors, all with complimentary parking and admission at Walt Disney World Resort.
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You’ll also find Dole Whip served at multiple locations throughout the resort, most notably Aloha Isle Refreshments at Magic Kingdom® Park and the Pineapple Lanai at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Pastries at Amorette’s Patisserie
Savor French-inspired tarts, eclairs, macarons and more specialty sweets at Amorette’s Patisserie, an elegant pastry shop at Disney Springs. I personally love their crème brulée, and the chocolate éclair gets the official seal of approval from my mother, who was born and raised in France. Amorette’s is also a great place to grab themed holiday treats, whole specialty cakes, or even a celebratory glass of champagne.
Cookies at Summer House on the Lake
Finally, Summer House on the Lake is a full-service Disney Springs restaurant serving fresh, California-style flavors and a seemingly endless supply of rosé. You’ll likely want a reservation to dine, but if you’re just looking for sweets, The Cookie Bar is available on a walk-up-only basis. You’ll find everything from classic snickerdoodle or chocolate chip cookies to more adventurous offerings like the Wild Thai Banana.
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