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Find Your Favorite Valentine's Day Sweets in South Lansing

Valentine's Bakers and Baked goods from Mason to Marshall

By Jacklyn Green January 28, 2022

Nothing says "I Love You," more than a box of glistening frosting staring back at you on Valentine's Day. Make sure to get your orders in ASAP from one of these great local bakers and bakeries in the Greater South Lansing area for Valentine's Day.

Albion

Foundry Bakehouse and Deli in Albion has a Valentine's Day cookie kit available to pick up and decorate your own Valentine's Day cookies with your family. They are available in store now, but you may want to place a pre-order to make sure they have some set aside for you when you get there. Aside from the cookie kit, Foundry Bakehouse and Deli does amazing cakes, cupcakes, cookies and so much more.

Looking for Chocolate for Valentine's Day in Calhoun County? Look no further than Yellow Bird Chocolate Shop in Albion.  Pre-order a box of ganache truffles, or book a date night for a Spirited Chocolate Tasting for 2 on February 11th. See the link above for details.


Charlotte

Donuts to Dogtreats has a large variety of items available, from hot cocoa bombs to cinnamon rolls and all kinds of gift items and decor from local makers. We always stop there after dropping our dog off at Paws N' Claws grooming in Charlotte to browse all the creations and goodies.

Sidestreets Deli and Bakery in Charlotte has an amazing display of baked goods of all kinds, including cupcakes, cannoli, cheesecake, brownies and so much more. Contact them in advance to place an order for Valentine's Day, or take your chances and head in to the deli the day you need the treats and see what's available. We love stopping here for a cup of coffee and a sweet treat, and highly recommend grabbing lunch. Sidestreet Deli also makes gluten free chocolate chip cookies for those with sensitivities who might still want a Valentine's Day treat.




Holt

The Holt Farmer's Market is open on Saturdays and has so many great vendors to meet all of your Valentine's Day needs- including your fur babies! We love the chicken feet, or at least our Golden Pyrenees does, from Fur Real Dog Snacks and stock up every week on this excellent source of collagen. There's also decadent chocolate candies from Ben's, and Eliza makes great pies. You can also find gluten free baked goods at the Holt Farmers market. There is so much to explore. Make sure to wear a mask when you attend per health department policy at the time of this article.  

Lansing

Spread the Love Charcuterie is a new home business that takes her passion for creating charcuterie boards to your home. She has a variety of boards available for Valentine's Day, but hurry to order yours because they are going fast.

Social Sloth Café & Bakery has sweet and savory options for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day. Word on the street is that they make the best carrot cake in town. They also have a Valentine's Day take out menu available for two, and are taking pre orders until February 10th. Click here to check out the menu, and contact the Café to make your order.

Marshall

There are so many ways to please your sweet teeth for Valentine's Day in Marshall.

Head downtown for the Chocolate Walk on February 11th and 12th for free samples and to get your own chocolate fix while you browse gifts for you loved ones.

Great Lakes Candy and Cones in Marshall offers candy bouquet options and Valentine's Day gummy candy, as well as tackle boxes full of candy varieties and unique gifts for everyone. Call ahead so they can create something special for your loved one this Valentine's Day.

Louie's Bakery has delicious donuts, cookies, cupcakes and more. Contact the bakery in Marshall to pre-order, or take your chances and stop in to see what's available in the display case that day.

Mason

Three Little Sunshine's is offering gorgeous hot cocoa bombs that are available for purchase individually, with a custom bear or as a four pack. They also have a Valentine's Day Bucket of Sugar Cookies and a dozen chocolate chip cookies. Make sure to place your order with them by February 9th so that you can pick them up in time for Valentine's Day.

If your little one is anything like mine, she might love yogurt pretzels and candy. Head to Kean's in Mason to stock up on all the Valentine's Day versions of your sweethearts favorite sweet treats, and maybe treat yourself too.

Michigan Barn Wood has all kinds of Valentine's Day goodies in stock, including hot cocoa bombs in stock from Cinnamon Lane Bakery, and all of the gifts you can imagine for those hard to shop for people. They are having a shopping event From Michigan With Love Valentine's Day Event on February 12th and 13th.

Spring Arbor

Aly's Cupacakes- Two different options of Valentine's Day Cup-A-Cakes to choose from, and they are gorgeous. Check out her Instagram for photos of the Valentine's Day cupcakes. Pre-sale ends February 5th, and quantities are limited so get your orders in now!


The Greater South Lansing area has so much to offer for Valentine's Day goodies. Make sure to check the event calendar to stay up to date on all of the Valentine's Day events in the South Lansing area. If you are not subscribed to our newsletter yet, what are you waiting for? Click here to sign up for a weekly letter every Wednesday to your inbox from me, along with events occurring that week and articles featuring local businesses and recommendations.

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