Wondering where to find the best bakeries near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable bakeries in Colorado Springs, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.
1. Amy's Donuts
Topping the list is Amy's Donuts. Located at 2704 E. Fountain Blvd., it is the highest-rated low-priced bakery in Colorado Springs, boasting 4.5 stars out of 558 reviews on Yelp.
In terms of signature items, "Amy's Donuts strives to fry, bake and serve on a daily basis the most delicious and cleverest donuts in the world," it writes on its Yelp page.
Among the doughnut flavors are almond banana caramel, chocolate peanut butter, Nutella crumb, Trix and Butterfinger glaze.
2. Nightingale Bread
Next up is Nightingale Bread, situated at 2727 N. Cascade Ave. With five stars out of 47 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.
The site has lots more information on Nightingale Bread.
"Nightingale Bread is a craft bakery focusing on traditional breads, pastries and (occasionally) pizzas, with shop-milled, organic, heirloom grains," it writes on Yelp.
The bakery offers pastries and seasonal items in addition to a variety of breads.
3. La Baguette
Old Colorado City's La Baguette, located at 2417 W. Colorado Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced bakery, cafe and French spot four stars out of 168 reviews.
We found this about the business's signature items: "La Baguette Bakery & Café specializes in freshly baked artisanal breads and dessert pastries," it notes on Yelp. "We also offer a wide selection of soups, salads, sandwiches and quiche and omelette specials made from scratch daily with natural ingredients."
Specialties include French onion soup and beef Burgundy stew.
4. The Pop
Over in Northeast Colorado Springs, check out The Pop, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 33 reviews on Yelp. Heading over to 1802 Dominion Way to check it out.
As to what the business is known for, "Visit us to try our build-your-own soda," it notes on Yelp." In addition, the shop offers bagels, muffins and a variety of cookies, including peanut butter, chocolate chip and frosted sugar cookies.
5. The Cupcake Doctor
Finally, there's The Cupcake Doctor, another Northeast Colorado Springs favorite with four stars out of 42 reviews. Stop by 3312 Austin Bluffs Parkway to hit up the bakery.
Yelper Violet K., who reviewed The Cupcake Doctor on Nov. 15 wrote, "I got a six-pack of cupcakes and a snickerdoodle macaroon. First ever macaroon and I love it. It was crisp but so tender and soft. The filling was a perfect marshmallow fluff. I got tastes of cinnamon, and this really was the perfect fall treat."
And Chandie K. wrote, "I ordered four macarons. They were peppermint flavor. This is by far the best mac I've had in this city. It's exactly as it should be. The shell was perfection — soft but crisp, not too sweet."
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