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The Best Desserts in Nashville
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April 12, 2023
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Are you craving something sweet while in Nashville? This city believes dessert to be a fundamental part of Southern comfort food. There is no shortage of cake, doughnuts, or ice cream in the Music City, so the sweet treats offered here are aplenty. 

With so many places to choose from, this dessert bucket list will help you make a decision when the craving begins. Following are the top ten desserts the city has to offer.

The Best Desserts in Nashville

Written by
Wesley Mortgage
April 12, 2023
3 Minute Read

Are you craving something sweet while in Nashville? This city believes dessert to be a fundamental part of Southern comfort food. There is no shortage of cake, doughnuts, or ice cream in the Music City, so the sweet treats offered here are aplenty. 

With so many places to choose from, this dessert bucket list will help you make a decision when the craving begins. Following are the top ten desserts the city has to offer.

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Five Daughters Bakery - King Kong Layer Donut

This family-owned business knows the doughs and don'ts. Bred between the Donut and the Croissant, this French-American wonder is seducing. These lovely donuts come with a sour, sweet, or salty touch. The standard fillings are raspberry jam, vanilla buttercream, and salted chocolate buttercream. Tumbled in sugar or topped with maple syrup or powdered sugar, even add a headband of bacon. They feature an exclusive menu that changes every month.

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1110 Caruthers Ave, Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 490-6554

Colts Chocolates - White Chocolate Pecan Pie

Home of the most coveted chocolate creations in town. Genius founder Mackenzie Colt might be the closest to the world Willie Wonka. Bite or bowl, crunchy or creamy; they whip, stir, and blend to serve a delicious selection of fudge, ganache, brownies, and bars topped with marshmallows, nuts, and caramel. Stop by to pick up your next love potion. The White Chocolate Pecan Pie is the perfect dessert to gravitate anyone’s attention.

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3611 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216
(615) 251-0100
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Five Daughters Bakery - King Kong Layer Donut

This family-owned business knows the doughs and don'ts. Bred between the Donut and the Croissant, this French-American wonder is seducing. These lovely donuts come with a sour, sweet, or salty touch. The standard fillings are raspberry jam, vanilla buttercream, and salted chocolate buttercream. Tumbled in sugar or topped with maple syrup or powdered sugar, even add a headband of bacon. They feature an exclusive menu that changes every month.

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1110 Caruthers Ave, Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 490-6554

Colts Chocolates - White Chocolate Pecan Pie

Home of the most coveted chocolate creations in town. Genius founder Mackenzie Colt might be the closest to the world Willie Wonka. Bite or bowl, crunchy or creamy; they whip, stir, and blend to serve a delicious selection of fudge, ganache, brownies, and bars topped with marshmallows, nuts, and caramel. Stop by to pick up your next love potion. The White Chocolate Pecan Pie is the perfect dessert to gravitate anyone’s attention.

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3611 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216
(615) 251-0100

Jeni's Splendid - Brambleberry Crisp Ice Cream -

Brambleberry Crisp Ice Cream is a fresh, fruity, and soothing experience. The base tastes soft and sweet from toasted vanilla. The deep and piquant flavor of blackberry jam is the perfect counterpart. Sprinkled in, you will find crispy brown sugar and baked oats crumbs. Juicy, water-based sorbets and dairy-free pints are part of the collection. Look out for the fleeing flavors of the season.

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5054 Broadway Pl, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 252-7512

Goo Goo Chocolate Co - Custom Candy Bar

First of its kind in the candy bar legacy. As much a snack as it is a desert. The union of caramel, marshmallow nougat, peanuts, and milk chocolate, is a lump of joy. Stop by and join one of their small classes. Learn the process behind the products and mix your exclusive sample. Are you tempted yet? How about some bittersweet dark chocolate and Bourbon Caramel?

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116 3rd Avenue S, Nashville, Tenn. 37201
(615) 490-6685

Legendairy Milkshake Bar - Rolling in the Cookie Dough

Sumo sundaes. The jars at this bar look like they are ready to erupt. This jacked-up jumble of sweet sauce, chocolate chips, cookie dough, ice cream, and whipped cream will cure any sweet tooth. Every month, they feature specialty shakes with tasteful tweaks like mint, caramelized popcorn, and cinnamon swirl. Another worthy mention is the coffee cup edition.

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171 3rd Avenue N, Nashville, Tenn. 37201
(615) 750-5843

Nashville Sweets Bakery - Red Velvet Cake Pops

Bleeding balls. The fierce red color comes from pigments, in particular cocoas. Despite the synthetic look, it has all-natural ingredients: buttermilk, vinegar, cocoa, and flour. More food color is mixed in. This cake has a moist crumble and an acidic twist. Double-dips. Rolled in icing and lowered in white or red chocolate for an elegant finish. Spice up the Fiesta with more vibrant colors and flavors. Consider the Almond, Lemon, Pumpkin, or Spice.

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803 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 707-2832

Donut Distillery - Whiskey Glaze Mini Donut

Bar meets bakery. Donuts and drinks go hand in hand here. This small, gleaming cake is tasty, making Donut Distillery a preferred pearl of puffy pastries in Nashville. Indulge in sparkling mimosas and local beer on draft while opting for a six-pack of Signature Mini Donuts.

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5055 Broadway Pl, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 678-8685

HiFi Cookies - Marvin Cookie

Yeast dough, baked potato chips, and salt make for this different delight. Neat and balanced between savory and sweet. This cookie makes for an impeccable treat with buttery toffee and chocolate chips. For the bulk, you can get 16 in a box.

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733 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 401-9949

The Baked Bear - Custom Ice Cream Sandwich

This frozen bakery will make any child cheer. You can pair two biscuits for the bun. Scoop in your desired ice cream and have it rolled in sprinkles. For a hot and cold contrast, they offer to toast it. The Baked Bear only serves creams and cookies made from their original recipes. They include some vegan and gluten-free options as well.

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1809 Division Street, Nashville, Tenn. 37203
(615) 730-6991

Bonuts - Biscuit Love

Every Southern city needs its biscuit fixing. Alas, Music City has Biscuit Love. This family-owned restaurant has served breakfast for over a decade, and everyone loves their biscuits. But this local hot spot is also known for an exceptional dessert menu item. Bonuts! This customer favorite is an order of five fried biscuit dough balls tossed in sugar, topped with Lemon Mascarpone, and served with Blueberry Compote.

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316 11th Avenue S, Nashville, Tenn. 37203
(615) 490-9584
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