Sweet Treats

The Yard Milkshake Bar opened its doors in 2017 and has been a popular spot ever since. What's special about The Yard's milkshakes? You can choose all your toppings and add-ons, including a giant slab of cheesecake, a big ball of cookie dough, or even a full-size frosted cupcake. These creative ice cream concoctions are super Insta-worthy. 

Sink your teeth into an airy beignet at Café Beignet Gulf Shores or Café Beignet Orange Beach. That's right. There are two locations to choose from, so you're never far from a tempting treat! Order your beignets filled with creamy pudding or topped with chocolate sauce, or enjoy them in their traditional state: coated with powdered sugar. Takeout is available, but get there early as the café closes at noon.

Let's continue on this journey of sweet treats with a stop at Matt's Homemade Alabama Ice Cream. Matt's ice cream hails from Cammie’s Old Dutch Ice Cream Shoppe in nearby Mobile, where the family-run creamery churns out time-honored flavors and new tastes. Did someone say salted caramel? It's a must-try! Get your ice cream piled high with toppings, or devour it in its natural state. Either way, your sweet tooth will be satisfied.

A day spent soaking up rays in the sand calls for something cold to cool you off. If you're in Gulf Shores, visit New Orleans Original Snoballs for refreshing shaved ice. Top your snoball with blue raspberry, cotton candy, piña colada, or any other delicious flavors. This shop is located directly across the street from the beach, so you can grab a cup before you hit the water.

Start your day with a delectable donut or pastry from City Donut. These fresh donuts are made from scratch daily and are available in several tasty flavors. From Oreo or Butterfinger to coconut or Fruity Pebbles, the possibilities are endless! If you're looking for something to keep you cool, grab a milkshake to help wash down your donuts

Did someone mention cheesecake? Grab a slice or two from Hope's Cheesecake and discover delicious, mouthwatering pies and cakes. Hope's offers over 30 incredible flavors, including key lime, raspberry, chocolate amaretto, coconut cream, and many more. Each cheesecake is made using cream cheese, fresh whole eggs, pure cane sugar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice and is baked in a specialty oven. This place is a must-try while you're on the beach.

Experiencing a late night dessert craving? We've got just the place. You can pick up your favorite cookies at the beach until midnight at Crumbl Cookies. With six rotating flavors each week, you'll never run out of sweet treats to try!

If you can’t decide on what dessert you’re craving, Kilwin’s is the place to go. This shop has ice cream, fudge, candy apples, chocolate, and lots more candies and desserts. All of their products are hand made in store, and often, you can watch as the confection crafters create these sweet treats.

At Cowbell Rolled Ice Cream, you can watch the process of your ordered being created from start to finish. Cowbell has a cold slab where they handcraft the ice cream with cream, sugar, flavoring, and toppings right in front of you. There are lots of flavors to choose from, so there’s something that will satisfy everyone.