Harlem Bakery Superlatives

In addition to being a center for culture and history, Harlem is home to some of the best restaurants in New York City.  While soul food reigns supreme, Harlem’s bakeries should not be overlooked.  No matter what fancies your sweet tooth, you can find it at a Harlem bakery.

Best Rugelach – Lee Lee’s Baked Goods

Lee Lee’s homemade rugelach may actually be the best rugelach in New York City.

The shop is kitchy and welcoming – think mismatched chairs and a mom and pop atmosphere.  If you can’t make it to the shop, you can order Alvin Lee’s famous rugelach from Lee Lee’s website.

Cutest Bakery – Make My Cake (St. Nicholas Avenue location)

Life is a Cakewalk!  Words to live by.

Make My Cake is filled with pink cupcake signs and vintage ovens.

The baked goods are pretty good, too.  Soon, you’ll be able to order cupcakes, pies and cheesecakes directly from Make My Cake’s website.

Best Mini Cupcake – Tonnie’s Minis

Even the gate is covered in cupcakes!

Tonnie’s Minis delivers mini cupcakes throughout the borough of Manhattan.

Best Cookie – Levain Bakery

The cookies at Levain Bakery are soft and gooey and positively delicious.

So what’s your favorite Harlem Bakery?

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