8 Chicago Suburban Bakeries and Chocolate Shops for Easter and Spring Treats

 


8 Chicago Suburban Bakeries and Chocolate Shops for Easter and Spring Treats

With Easter around the corner, so many of us are thinking treats. I put together a list of some of my favorite spots not just for Easter treats but also something springy for after Easter too! Take a peek:

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Batch Bakehouse: A Sweet Exploration Becomes A New Favorite in Madison, Wisconsin

Batch Bakehouse: A Sweet Exploration Becomes A New Favorite in Madison, Wisconsin

Our bakery dreams have certainly been answered by Batch Bakehouse in Madison, Wisconsin! After a quick survey of nearby bakeries during our recent stopover in Madison, we settled on Batch Bakehouse for nibbles for breakfast. Upon entering, we were WOWed:

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Experiencing and Tasting Pastry at Artesa Bakery in Homer Glen, Illinois

Experiencing and Tasting Pastry at Artesa Bakery in Homer Glen, Illinois

**Disclosure: My husband and I received a complimentary tasting experience at Artesa Bakery to bring you an accurate review. No other compensation was received. All opinions are 100% my own.

Artesa Bakery in Homer Glen easily tempts with a heavenly range of pastry delights. One sunny afternoon, my husband and I ventured to meet pastry chef and owner Mikayla Machlet for a little tasting and to learn what Artesa Bakery is all about. After a look at the beautifully arranged bakery cases full of irresistible pastries, we knew we would have a divine tasting adventure:

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Nonie's Bakery and Cafe in Utica, Illinois

After hiking in Matthiessen State Park, we worked up an appetite. While researching places to visit Matthiessen, I learned about a sweet little bakery/breakfast/sandwich shop called Nonie's Bakery and Cafe in Utica, IL. I was immediately in love. So, of course, we had to take a peek!

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Arlington Cake Box Bakery in Arlington Heights, Illinois

Arlington Cake Box Bakery in Arlington Heights has long been one of our favorite places to pick up baked goods. If you are looking for an old school bakery, Arlington Cake Box Bakery is the place! Family run since 1949, the bakery has an incredible selection of baked goods. While many of us look for sweet temptations at bakeries, they also have a selection of breads and rolls. Truly, Cake box has one of the largest bakery selections I have every seen.

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Family Tradition Thrives at Max and Benny's Restaurant

We visited Max and Benny's in Northbrook a couple of Fridays ago for dinner. We expected a crowd on a Friday evening, so we arrived early. We soon learned that the restaurant not only attracted a crowd but tables of jovial diners eager to not only enjoy a meal but to sit with friends and family sharing the news of the week.

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Delicious Nutphree's cupcakes for a birthday celebration!

When my daughter's birthday rolled around, we knew the perfect place to get her cupcakes--Nutphree's. We first visited Nutphree's in September. After tasting some of their delicious, moist cupcakes, my daughter was determined to have some of their creations for her birthday. Since my daughter's party was spa-themed, their mini cupcakes seemed the perfect choice.

How can you resist these chocolate cupcakes with birthday sprinkles?

To make our little birthday tier, we added a regular cupcake in the middle of some minis. Perfect for candles!

The girls quickly devoured the cupcakes. What a yummy way to cap off our birthday fun!

If you have not visited Nutphree's in Mount Prospect yet, you should. Nutphree's cupcakes are delicious creations that are not only safe for those with nut allergies to eat but are high quality and irresistible to all. I love that there is a place that makes such delectable cupcakes that those with and without nut allergies can enjoy together without worries! Plus, Nutphree's is always developing new flavors, so you never know what you will find!

For more about Nutphree's, read about our first visit to Nuphree's!

**Disclosure: We were not compensated for this post. All opinions are 100% my own.

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