Kansas City is home to some serious sweet tooth satisfaction. Whether you’re craving a perfectly glazed donut, a warm gooey cookie, or a slice of homemade pie, KC’s bakeries and dessert spots deliver. From old-school favorites to trendy new bakeries, here are the best places to grab a donut, cookie, or pie in Kansas City.
Best Donuts in KC
1. LaMar’s Donuts & Coffee – The Classic KC Donut
A Kansas City institution, LaMar’s has been serving up melt-in-your-mouth donuts since 1960. Their Original Glazed is legendary, but don’t skip out on the Bizmark filled with Bavarian cream or the apple fritters the size of your face.
📍 Multiple Locations: KCMO, Overland Park, Lee’s Summit
2. Donut King – Late Night Donut Heaven
Open 24 hours on weekends, Donut King in North KC is a lifesaver when a sugar craving hits at midnight. Their maple bacon bar is a must-try, and their colorful French crullers are as delicious as they are Instagram-worthy.
📍 2320 Armour Rd, North Kansas City, MO
3. Duck Donuts – Made-to-Order Magic
At Duck Donuts, every donut is made fresh to order, meaning you get a warm, soft, pillowy treat every time. Choose from toppings like maple & bacon, cinnamon sugar, or Oreo crumbles, and watch them create your masterpiece in front of you.
📍 12130 State Line Rd, Leawood, KS
4. John’s Space Age Donuts – A Small-Shop Favorite
A Belton favorite for 50+ years, John’s Space Age Donuts keeps it simple and delicious. Their classic glazed donuts are perfectly chewy, and their old-fashioned cake donuts are some of the best in town.
📍 812 Main St, Belton, MO
Best Cookies in KC
5. McLain’s Bakery – A Kansas City Staple
McLain’s has been a KC classic since 1945, and their cookies are just as famous as their cakes. Their chocolate cup cookies (a mix of cookie and brownie in one) are addictive, and their gooey oatmeal butterscotch cookies keep people coming back.
📍 Multiple Locations: Waldo, Overland Park, Shawnee
6. Blue Chip Cookies – Soft & Chewy Perfection
Blue Chip Cookies in Leawood serves up some of the softest, most indulgent cookies in the city. Their Snickerdoodle and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk cookies are especially popular, and they offer fresh-baked cookie cakes for celebrations.
📍 11861 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS
7. Cami’s Cake Co. – The Stuff of Cookie Dreams
This small but mighty family-owned bakery in Independence is a hidden gem. Their stuffed cookies (like their signature Nutella-filled chocolate chip) take classic flavors and kick them up a notch.
📍 202 N Main St, Independence, MO
8. KC Cookie Co. – Cookie Dough Lovers Rejoice
If you love cookie dough, this is your spot. KC Cookie Co. serves gourmet cookies and edible cookie dough in flavors like Birthday Cake Batter and Salted Caramel Pretzel. They also do seasonal specials, so there’s always something new to try.
📍 Online orders & pop-up locations
Best Pie in KC
9. Rye – The Ultimate Slice of Pie
Rye, known for its farm-to-table approach to classic Midwestern comfort food, serves some of the best pies in the city. Their banana cream pie is legendary, but their bourbon pecan and lemon meringue are just as irresistible.
📍 10551 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS | Also in KCMO
10. The Upper Crust – A Pie-Lover’s Dream
If you want a slice of homemade goodness, The Upper Crust in Overland Park is the place to go. Their Dutch Apple Pie is a fan favorite, but the chocolate bourbon pecan might just steal your heart. They also sell whole pies, perfect for special occasions.
📍 7943 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS
11. Peggy Jean’s Pies – Flaky, Buttery Perfection
Located inside Made in KC, Peggy Jean’s specializes in scratch-made pies with perfectly flaky crusts. Their Key Lime and Raspberry Cream Cheese Pies are must-tries, and their seasonal flavors keep things exciting.
📍 325 E. 31st St, Kansas City, MO (Inside Made in KC)
Where Will You Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth?
Kansas City is filled with amazing bakeries and dessert shops, whether you’re in the mood for a warm donut, a gooey cookie, or a homemade slice of pie. Try them all and find your favorite—it’s the sweetest way to explore KC!
Did we miss your go-to bakery? Let us know where you get your favorite sweet treats!
