Desserts, Dates, and Downtown Oh My!
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Why not make it extra sweet and visit one of the many dessert hot spots Downtown Appleton. From edible cookie dough and ice cream sandwiches to freshly baked pastries and tasty smoothies- there’s something here for everyone!
Doughlicious
Calling all cookie dough lovers! As the very first edible cookie dough shop in Appleton, this family owned business, Doughliciouis, is a must-visit. There’s such a wide variety of flavors to choose from that go beyond your typical chocolate chip. Oreo Overload, Caramel Chaos, and Cinnamon Roll are just a few flavors on their unique menu. And get this, they even have the option to make a cookie dough milkshake! Choose any of their ice cream and cookie dough flavors to create a tasty mega-dessert! If that seems overwhelming consider trying their sampler option- a small assortment of multiple flavors. There’s even a vegan/gluten-free option! Find them at 322 W. College Avenue.
Legendairy Cookies ‘N Creamery
A batch made in heaven! Legendairy Cookies “N Creamery is a Downtown Appleton classic. This place is known for their home-made frozen custard which is typically sandwiched between two freshly baked cookies (or brownies) and a few toppings of your choice! To switch things up they present a different cookie for each month, and offer a summer flavor series. Beyond their cookie sandwiches they also have shakes, smoothies, and even cookie and/or brownie cakes! Find them at 101 E. College Avenue.
Copper Rock Coffee Company
Locally owned, roasted and supported. With their brick walls, tin ceilings and assortment of cozy seating options, Copper Rock is known for its inviting atmosphere. Beyond quality coffee and deli-styled food they offer smoothies, fresh bakery items like scones and cinnamon rolls, as well as home-made Italian gelato! You can find delicious treats at all of our coffee and tea shops Downtown. Find them at 210 W. College Avenue.
Bona Fide Juicery
Bona Fide prides themselves on creating access to organic healthy options for locals. Their menu lists an assortment of smoothies, acai bowls and smoothie bowls. Craving something fresh? Try their Aloha Acai bowl- banana, blueberry, strawberry, acai, and apple juice with toppings like (but not limited to) house granola, coconut, and raw honey. Craving something a bit sweeter? Perhaps you’ll try their Salted PB Cup Smoothie- peanut butter, banana, vanilla whey protein, raw honey, cacao, DF chocolate chips, cinnamon, pink salt and organic milk. These are just two options on their vast menu that you definitely need to check out! Find them at 111 E. College Avenue.
Amberlulu Bubble Tea and Desserts
Amberlulu Bubble Tea and Desserts (Uni Uni Appleton) is a fun stop serving milk tea and popping bubble drinks. Their friendly staff are dedicated to creating tasty and artistically crafted beverages. They offer an assortment of drinks, from banana smoothies and matcha lattes with milk mochi to flavored yogurt with crystal boba and fresh teas with cheese foam! Find them at 823 W. College Avenue, Suite B.
Crazy Sweet
You won’t be able to Reese-ist it! This shop is known for its wide array of candies- over 300 different types. Many enjoy stopping in for a taste of nostalgia as Crazy Sweets candies remind them of their childhood. Beyond their vast candy selection, they also serve up some delicious ice cream! Consider their Campfire S’mores Sunday- 2 scoops of ice cream, chocolate sauce, graham crackers, toasted marshmallows and chocolate pieces! Find them at 514 W. College Avenue.
All of these deliciously sweet options can make the perfect dessert date night (or any night)! For more information and a full list of our Downtown businesses and events, click here.