Best Vegan Bakeries in Jersey City
Are you in search of Best Vegan Bakeries in Jersey City? Finding yummy treats that meet dietary restrictions can prove to be very challenging, especially when so many restaurants and cafes outsource much of their dessert menu to third party bakeries. I have tried, tested and thoroughly researched Jersey City and beyond to come up with this list, a tough prospect I know! This list is by no means comprehensive, as it seems there are so many home businesses (particularly of the cake making variety), that I have yet to discover. However, this should give you a good start. I have come up with a list of Best Vegan Bakeries in Jersey City.
Cocoa Bakery
Cocoa bakery tops the list of Best Vegan Bakeries in Jersey City.This bakery has taken Jersey City by storm since its inception. The owner is a classically trained baker with several sweet treat tricks up her sleeve. Whether it’s gluten free, vegan or just eggless, this place offers several options and it will likely never disappoint as the baked treats are amazing. The cake decorating skills and creative team are also impeccable, great for big events where you want to impress on aesthetic and taste.
Egg Free Options | Yes |
Dairy Free Options | Yes |
Fully Vegan Options | Yes |
Refined Sugar Free Options | No |
Gluten Free Options | Yes |
Om Sweet Home
We have added this bakery in my list of Best Vegan Bakeries in Jersey City because its very populer among JC residents.This café and bakery offers up baked snacks and custom cakes that are vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free, wheat-free, palm oil-free, non-GMO and organic when possible. They also make their own non-dairy butter alternative available for purchase and use it in their baked goodies. It is based in Cliffside Park, NJ but they also have their treats for sale locally at Bwé Kafe in Jersey City & Hoboken.
Egg Free Options | Yes |
Dairy Free Options | Yes |
Fully Vegan Options | Yes |
Refined Sugar Free Options | Yes |
Gluten Free Options | Yes |
WHOS Gluten Free
This is a local Jersey City establishment where you can place orders online. They started out making wholesome vegan and gluten free granola snacks and now they have branched out into making other sweet treat options like cookies and cakes. You can also find their products in local establishments 9Bar Café and The Big Straw in downtown Jersey City. They have some really fun and quirky cake options like lavender, earl grey tea or mocha.
Egg Free Options | Yes |
Dairy Free Options | Yes |
Fully Vegan Options | Yes |
Refined Sugar Free Options | Yes |
Gluten Free Options | Yes |
Busy Bee Organics
This local business is from Jersey City, delivers locally and they also have a stand at Grove Street Market. Their buffins will satisfy any sweet tooth but equally offer up protein, fiber and nutrients (check out my previous blog on BUFFINS here ☺). They will keep you full for a while and you don’t have to feel guilty after consuming them. Due to their insane popularly, you can now even purchase the base buffin mix to make your own at home! Busy Bee Organics also delivers meals, caters and other savory goodies.
Egg Free Options | Yes |
Dairy Free Options | Yes |
Fully Vegan Options | Yes |
Refined Sugar Free Options | Yes |
Gluten Free Options | Yes |
Vegan Treats
Is a bakery based in Bethlehem, PA. The owner really makes up some amazing TRULY vegan desserts that make you wish you lived closer to her shop in PA. Veggie friendly Jersey City hot spots Tea NJ and Subia’s both source several fresh dessert treats from Vegan Treats on a daily basis and they are consistently delicious. Vegan cannoli or Red Velvet, yes please!
Egg Free Options | Yes |
Dairy Free Options | Yes |
Fully Vegan Options | Yes |
Refined Sugar Free Options | No |
Gluten Free Options | Yes |
Squirrel and the Bee
This bakery has a year round shop based out of Short Hills, NJ. They also have a table at our local Grove Street Farmer’s Market offering up 100% grainless (gluten-free), refined-sugar-free AND no or low dairy products. The bakery has some of the most amazing brownies, muffins and cakes and even savory loaves, buns and breads. On the days they are not in Jersey City, it’s worth hopping in the car to make the trip to Short Hills, for this bakery!
Egg Free Options | Yes |
Dairy Free Options | Yes |
Fully Vegan Options | Yes |
Refined Sugar Free Options | Yes |
Gluten Free Options | Yes |
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ErinRose Baldry is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, fitness instructor and food and nutrition specialist. She is passionate about exercise, cooking and sharing her knowledge to help and inspire others. If you have any questions, suggestions or feedback about nutrition, recipes, or getting your fitness on, please reach out!
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