Best apple fritters in the world. Incredible pretzel sticks and cheesy pretzels. The small number of reviews is clearly the locals trying to keep this place a secret. read more

Dexter Bakery - apple fritter - Bakeries Near Me - Dexter, Michigan

Best yeast donuts around. So delicious and so big and not expensive and perfect in every way. Just wish it was closer to my house. Great location, excellent service. My favorites are the maple twists which are soooooo yummy. read more

I just recently discovered this place and cannot get enough. I drive from Ann Arbor to get these donuts. The chocolate covered, custard filled long john is out of this world. We moved here from Evansville, Indiana about 5 years ago where there are German bakeries on every corner will phenomenal donuts. I didn't think I'd ever eat a better donut until I found Dexter Bakery. The staff is nice too and I like to see people hanging out in there (not during the pandemic of course.). Speaking of the pandemic - they provide hand sanitizer at the door and always have their masks up over their noses. I feel safe there. Love it! read more

Best donuts in the area. Also love their soft pretzels! They tend to sell out of some of the more popular items early, but it's always a treat to stop in with the kids or surprise them at home with a box of fresh goodies. read more

Best donuts and cookies around! Try the chocolate chip oatmeal cookies first thing in the am when they are warm. I'm hooked.

I'm a total doughnut snob. I've eaten at bakeries everywhere, even chain places, and I've never found doughnuts I like better. Perhaps I'm biased because I went to high school here and would often wait in the line on Tuesdays to bring in a dozen raised chocolate frosted doughnuts for my friends, but lets pretend I'm not. I wouldn't say I like them if it weren't true. The people who owned the bakery when I was in high school no longer own it, and the new owners have updated and repainted the building. The entire place is brighter, more open and very welcoming. But, very best part, the recipes haven't changed. The doughnuts and pretzel sticks are the same they were ten years ago. Also, they now make cakes and cake make literally anything you desire. It's fantastic and everything is so yummy. And now I want doughnuts. Ps- cash only. Most items are $0.80 each. read more

I am very biased about this place. Growing up in Dexter, my Dad would sometimes take me in after my haircut and get some special goody. Back then one half was the Bakery while the other side of the room was meats, liked cured sausages and jerkys. The meat department is long gone. Just a memory to those of us in our 40's or older. But the Bakery is still as good as it ever was. If you need a reason to come here I will say that the must thing to try are the split creme filled long johns. any other place you go for one you find a small amount of the yummies inside. Usually two little pockets with a big old dry spot in the center. But at Dexter they take the time to cut there's open like a hot dog bun, then stuff it full of creme. OH MY GOD! I want one now! Why did I even bring this up???// read more

The Dexter Bakery has amazing, fresh apple fritters with the best coffee in town! I love taking a walk down here from my office to take a breath of fresh air and have a delightful snack! read more

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They didn't have to many items in there display cases, but it was Monday at 4 pm. This is a good local bakery the donuts where very good and the apple fritter also tasty. read more

What can I say other than--BEST GLAZED DOUGHNUTS EVER! Man, I DREAM about those things. If my wife is in bad mood for some reason, doughnuts from the Dexter Bakery are a sure way to start heading down a better path. The other doughnuts are very good as well, but in my opinion nothing tops the glazed. Our family regularly drives the 20+ minutes to get some. As a note, they are sold individually rather than by the 1/2 or dozen so don't get caught up like I do and order twice as many as you can possible eat. And, yes, I have determined where that line is. :) Also it is good to get there in the morning as they sometimes run out and only order what you will eat that day as the lovely nuggets of joy do go quickly stale. One final note--AMAZING paczki during that time of year. That's all they make for 2-3 days and they can't keep them in stock. They are that good! read more

Ann Arbor connoisseurism (snobbery?) is seeping into surrounding communities, but Dexter has one firm bulwark against it in the Dexter Bakery. Interior is a blend of pre-Depression woodwork and 1960s linoleum, but atmosphere is beside the point. This isn't a coffeeshop where people hunch over laptops for hours or linger over novels. Though there are a few tables, mostly people come in, grab their donuts, and head out to wherever they're going. And those donuts are fantastic. I've only had a few, but they're always fresh, never oily, soft but not chewy and they always leave you wanting more (another good reason the place doesn't invite lingering). In some locales, their makers could label them "artisinal" and keep a straight face, but Dexter isn't one of those. Its bakery gives you an idea of what you might lose if your town becomes one. read more

It is nice to have a local bakery, but even nicer to have a good one! Their donuts are fantastic, with my favourite being the apple fritter. It has a nice light crunch on the outside, and is soft and sweet inside. Their bread, which is on par price-wise with most store boughtmass produced stuff, is almost as good as their donuts. The one problem I have with the Dexter Bakery is their croissants. I don't know what kind of dough they use, but it is nothing like any croissant I have ever had. I simply avoid getting their croissants, but with so many other great choices it isn't a big problem. read more

We are new to Dexter and found this cute little bakery downtown. It's an old school mom and pop sort of feel. As you open the door, you'll immediately start to drool. We took home several different treats and enjoyed every single one within 48 hours despite our best efforts to save them. This little spot is worth a stop whether you're a Dexter resident or just stopping through town. read more

The donuts and cheese pretzels are delicious and very reasonably priced. I am taking one star because it tends to get crowded and staff doesn't enforce social distancing among patrons during the pandemic, there are markings 6 feet apart on the floor but people were packed up when I went in and no one was respecting the markings. There is no monitoring of capacity inside the bakery unlike other places in Ann Arbor for example. This is risky for patrons and staff alike. Not comfortable going back in when crowded. read more

Dexter Bakery is an independently-owned and unpretentious little small-town bakery. The building is old and has that old-fashioned small town feel to it. They have racks of bread, donuts and other pastries, a couple of tables and chairs. Some old-timers were sitting at a table eating donuts and drinking coffee and gossiping when I visited recently. Prices are pretty good, and the servings are generous. My husband despises Dunkin' Donuts and refers to them as "Dinky Donuts" because their goods are so small. The cake donut with chocolate frosting that I got from Dexter Bakery was pretty big, tasted very fresh and cost me 65 cents. I didn't have a lot of cash on me, so I didn't get anything else, but I was intrigued by their big loaves of bread with dried fruits baked into them. Next time I'm in Dexter, I'll make sure I have more cash so I can get some more baked treats from this bakery. read more

Not a fancy place but it is amazingly delicious! I love all of their pretzels! My go to is the ham and cheddar pretzel! Coffee is pretty good as well. . Check it out when in Dexter. read more

Dexter Bakery preserves the traditions of old small town bakeries. The donuts and sweet rolls are especially enjoyable. Good and also nostalgic. It's not pretentious or arty about being retro, either, because it never stopped being what it is. If you can ride a bike from Ann Arbor along Huron River Drive to Dexter, then you will earn enough calories for a donut. At least that's how we look at it. read more

I've been going here for years and it really is the best bakery around. Top quality right here!

If you come here for one thing, it should be the apple fritters. They're not gooey, but instead the apples are baked in. It has a nutty crunch to it even though there aren't any nuts in it. The pretzels are great too. There's also a very enthusiastic woman who works there. She's the best. Another reason to stop by and visit! Their website has their entire menu with prices as well. read more

The best apple fritters on the planet, maybe in the universe. Staff is always friendly, and the coffee is pretty good too. One of the core businesses that makes Dexter great. read more

Best place in town for cakes and other sweets :-) I haven't been there in years but they seem to of had little or no change of the old world feel and the people there are fairly nice. If you're into the old world dark beat Nick coffee shop look They got that covered too :-) awesome apple fritters and other delights LOL. read more

Order a birthday cake. Stop by and pick up donuts. Pecan rolls cinnamon rolls specialty roles. It's always excellent. The only issue is you have to get there early because they run out. Best bakery around And the nicest people working there read more

I was on my way to Pinckney State Rec Area, and thought I'd stop in for a take-out sandwich. The Ham, egg and cheese pretzels were exactly what I was looking for, and the aloof snub from the both the girls behind the counter was exactly why I hadn't stopped in Ann Arbor, which was less out of the way. I'm not expecting fawning, smiling service, but when one can't even acknowledge my existence, and the other acts like she's doing me a favor taking my order, it's poor service. If the food hadn't been very good, this would have been a 1-star review, they were that snooty. Parking on Main Street was difficult to get out of as well, and if the drivers there had the same level of courtesy as these two, I'd still be waiting to back out! Luckily, they are the exception, not the rule. I can't recommend Dexter Bakery. read more

My family's favorite bakery within 20 minutes of my house (and there are bakeries every few miles in Brighton/Pinckney/Hamburg/Whitmore Lake/Howell). Their baked goods are all good, the service is always polite and helpful, the location is spacious with a good amount of seating (though I think they could get more seating with slightly smaller tables), with a table and chairs specifically for the little ones. The locale is in beautiful downtown Dexter.. I highly recommend a visit. read more

We love this bakery it has funniest cakes it is super stylish and I has been in business for 102 years it sells ice cream muffins,cookies and cake it is a great bakery read more

I have been going here for years.I drive 25 miles just to purchase there products.No Longer.There prices keep rising and there quality keeps going down.They use less frosting and filling every time I give it another chance.Jim ftom South Lyon read more

We just went for ice cream in the late evening. I had heard really good things about it. I would have gone 3-4 stars if I was rating the ice cream only. It was so hot in there I could barely breathe. The ice cream was good but a bit soft for my taste. My biggest beef was the service. If the woman hates her job that much, she should quit. She acted like there was a distinct possibility that the sample that my kid requested before make his final flavor choice was going to come directly out of her paycheck. Isn't that what the tiny spoons are for?? I won't likely return, Dairy Queen is next door and the ice cream may not be as good but at least they are nice and always friendly! read more

Holy donuts, Batman. Old school and basic, the inside of Dexter Bakery is unassuming until you sink your teeth into their baked goods. It's only then you can appreciate a real donut and a real pastry. I took a huge box of goodies back to work and the following was reported: "This custard goodness with chocolate on top is as good as sex, but you know, my wife's pregnant right now.", "This was exactly the sugar fix worth ruining my diet for." "Damn you, Mary, I'm trying to be good." "This chocolate croissant will be a nice dessert for lunch." "What the hell woman? You know I'm trying to diet." And, me, silent because my teeth were sinking into a cheese pretzel. The staff is always nice here and happy to help you pick out a box of goodness to bribe anyone with. read more

I really like this place. They have great products. Donuts are classic line up, cake, glazed, creem and Bavarian cream, apple fritters and more stuff. All great! Best in the area. Also ordered 2 birthday cakes and they were wonderful. Great art and they tasted wonderful. I love their stuff and I love the staff. It's a little out of the way but really worth it. read more

When I went the selection was low but my roommate, a Dexter native, says they're worth no less than five stars. The baked goods are high quality for a low price and she was even shocked by the low selection so I would not assume that is commonplace. I would be more then willing to go back. I had a doughnut and although it was not the best doughnut I've ever had (I love Quality Dairy doughnuts from mid-Michigan) it was far better than any doughnuts I've found in Ann Arbor, which is a quality doughy dry city. read more

Cute old school place in Dexter with delicious apple fritters and pretzels!

In business since 1915, eh? They must have survived or selling more than donuts and cookies. It doesn't seem to sell enough for such a large space. Very old looking, so lots of history. But I was hoping for breads, cakes, pies, you know, BAKERY stuff. Had a scone and cup of coffee (styrofoam cup, ugh). Scone was quite tasty. But I don't know if I want to risk that dangerous cross walk again just to get to a donut shop; even with the pedestrian crosswalk those right-turn-on-red cars don't care if you're in the crosswalk so be forewarned and fleet of foot! read more

I absolutely love this place! From its antique/historical feel to sharing a table with local patrons. The donuts are fantastic, the stuffed pretzels and muffins are delicious. This is why you might see people lined up out the door on a sunny Saturday morning. However, I took a chance ordering a cake for my daughter's birthday. I didn't give them much to go on but said make it pink and girly. They nailed it! And all of my family raved about how good the cake was. Next up was my son's birthday and his only request was a minecraft cake. They nailed it again and by far exceeded my expectations!! I'm hooked and have had to part ways with my old favorite, super-sized Costco cakes. Dexter bakery has all of my business. read more

I've lives in Dexter my entire life. There has been many different owners, the current are my favorite. Such a sweet woman. Try the pretzel sticks & the cream filled long johns, they are the best. The cakes are awesome when you order them. I think the ones on hand aren't as good. I love the Dexter bakery!!! read more

The mere thought of Dexter Bakery donuts makes me salivate, and I'm not even a huge fan of sweets. We stop in only on special occasions to prevent massive weight gain, but our visits here have been nothing short of amazing. There is something on the menu for everyone, even those with the most severe sweet tooth - my husband can attest. Everything is fresh and doughy, staff is friendly and the atmosphere is what I would have expected it to be fifty years ago (it's a good thing). The drawback? They do not accept debit/ATM cards. Do yourself a favor and walk to the nearest ATM machine. It'll be well worth it. read more

Dexter Bakery is everything that you want out of a small hometown bakery. I don't live in Dexter, but if I did I could see myself spending a lot of weekend mornings picking up doughnuts and pastries. Sarah W. is right, no fusion baked goods here, or anything fancy for that matter, just your straight-up staple baked goods: doughnuts, cookies, fritters, bread, etc. As a pastry connoisseur, I frequently lament the fact that there are not enough solid bakeries in general since most people have become accustomed to chains like Dunkin' and Tim Hortons. My husband got a blueberry filled doughnut and I got a pumpkin cut-out sugar cookie (since it was right before Halloween). Delicious! The inside is a little hokey, but it doesn't really matter. If anyone is familiar with Dom Bakeries in Ypsilanti, you know that the inside tells you nothing about how tasty the baked goods are. I don't frequent Dexter very often, but I'll surely be back next time I'm in town. read more

Best apple fritter I've ever had!! Also they have ham & cheese filled pretzels that are just ridicules!!!

I am not a huge donut person, in fact, I'm extremely picky about them if I'm going to have one. The only places I will ever get a donut are Dexter Bakery and Dom Bakery. The split creme donuts at Dexter Bakery are out of this world. The only sad thing is that they are so far away. I won't drive to Dexter for a donut. Sometimes they ship them to local shops, but if you're not there at the crack of dawn, all the good ones are gone. I wish Dexter Bakery would expand itself more into the surrounding communities. read more

Passed a couple of times and finally had to stop. It is quite small, dingy, but a number of tables to enjoy coffee and more. Maybe got there a little late to get the best choices but did get a few donuts and their pretzel sticks. Don't know if the pretzels were a Saturday item as with other bakeries. The chocolate cake were some of the best choc. cake donuts I've found, with a rich chocolate flavor and not overly sweet, hubby liked the buttermilk and the raised/glazed were what one would expect but not the slight crispiness that i love. DID NOT LIKE the fact that the half dozen were squished into one bag. The pretzels were good but not great. Froze most to use as hot dog rolls. Also got a couple cherry coconut cookies. They were just OK, obviously made with shortening not butter. Over all the selection was limited, very little bread. Over all prices I'm not sure about - $15 for 6 donuts, a dozen pretzels and two cookies??? read more

Just bought some holiday springerle's. And like last year they are horrible. Way to much anise for almost anyone's taste.Ate one and threw the rest away! Should have learned my lesson. Find the old owner's bakery now in Pinckney, they are mush better but they keep forgetting to make them?? read more