In a city that’s as serious about barbecue as it is about blistering temperatures, dessert isn’t just an afterthought — it’s how Fort Worth cools off, shows off, and satisfies a whole lot of sweet cravings. From British puddings soaked in rum to Mexican paletas dipped in chocolate, the following roundup captures some of the city’s most indulgent, creative, and just plain delicious desserts — all ready for a summer splurge.
Alma’s Paleteria
Named after owner José Ponce’s mother, this family-run paleta shop blends Mexican nostalgia with culinary creativity. Among the most beloved are the cajeta (goat’s milk caramel) with a strip of membrillo inside and the Abuelita hot chocolate version — spiced, smooth, and deeply comforting.
3300 Cleburne Rd, Fort Worth
Chumley House
This new Museum District restaurant from a Dallas hospitality group takes its cues from across the pond, plating up refined versions of British comfort food in a dining room styled like a proper English pub. But the real showstopper? The sticky toffee pudding. Their version of the classic dessert — which is not a pudding at all, but a sponge cake made with dates — arrives drenched in a rum-infused caramel and topped with a scoop of housemade vanilla gelato. Don’t sleep on the trifle either, a nostalgic nod layered with Biscoff cookies.
2512 W Berry St, Fort Worth
Curly’s Frozen Custard
A Camp Bowie staple since 2012, Curly’s does frozen custard the old-fashioned way — rich, creamy, and endlessly customizable. Build your own creation with toppings like churro chunks, marshmallow, and hot fudge, or keep it classic with a chocolate malt…