Forget turkey and mashed potatoes. Is any Thanksgiving meal complete without a great dessert, or five?
If you’re not a baker, no worries. Many of the businesses accepting orders for meals, sides and more for the holiday also have a selection of desserts on their menus. But Wilmington also has local bakeries offering a delicious selection of pies and cakes perfect for the holiday table.
You can find your classic flavors like pecan and pumpkin, as well as creative selections. It shouldn’t be difficult to find just the right thing. Here’s a look at some of the bakeries and businesses offering holiday desserts. Let us know if there’s a place we should add to the list by emailing [email protected].
Apple Annie’s Bake Shop, Wilmington
This Wilmington bakery has a large menu of breads, desserts and other baked goods, including seasonal items for Thanksgiving, like pumpkin spice rolls, cupcakes decorated with sweet turkeys and mincemeat pies. They’re at 837 S. Kerr Ave. Details: https://appleanniesbakeshop.com.
Beach Bakes, Wilmington
This baker is offering some specialty items like Key Lime Pie with Torched Meringue, Carmel Apple Crumble Pie and the traditional pumpkin pie. You can also add travel charcuterie boards. Details: 307-441-1958, [email protected].
Cravings, Wilmington
This bakery in downtown Wilmington offers gluten-free and vegan treats. The Thanksgiving Menu includes options like an Apple Chai Cake, a pumpkin roll and cinnamon buns. Orders need to be placed by Nov. 22 for pick up 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 26 at 240 Princess St. Details: https://cravingsthehealthyfix.com/Thanksgiving-Menu-c191295299.
Gluten Free By the Sea, Wilmington
From gluten-free stuffing to a flourless chocolate torte, this specialty bakery has a wide variety of breads and desserts on their Thanksgiving menu this year. The last day to order is Nov. 18 for pick up on Nov. 25-26. Details: 910-352-1619, www.gfreebysea.com.
The Jelly Cabinet, Wilmington
This bakery in Wilmington’s Brooklyn Arts District is offering a menu of pies and baked goods for the holiday. This year’s selection includes soft yeast rolls, cornbread madeleines, spiced cranberry jam, a selection of four pies and Carrot Cake Cookie Sandos. Pick up is 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 25 at 1011 N. Fourth St. To order, go to https://the-jelly-cabinet-bakery-llc.square.site/.
Little Loaf Bakery & Schoolhouse, Wilmington
This bakery at 3410 Wrightsville Ave. in Wilmington is offering a holiday menu with pies, breads and some extras as well. Look for honey biscuits, gluten-free apple crumble, cranberry blue corn chess pie, a stuffing kit, and a vegan miso sweet potato pie. Orders are accepted until Nov. 15 for pick-up 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 26. Details: 910-399-606 or www.littleloafbakeryilm.com.
Middle Sound Sweets, Wilmington
This local baker has a menu of cakes, cupcakes and New York-style cheesecake, including a cinnamon apple crisp version, for the holiday and is accepting orders until Nov. 15, or until all of the spots are filled. Details: 910-512-3176, www.facebook.com/middlesoundsweets.
Nonnie’s Baking Co., Southport
This Brunswick County bakery is accepting Thanksgiving orders of desserts like pumpkin pie, jumbo cinnamon rolls, bourbon pecan pie and pumpkin spice cake until Nov. 19 for a scheduled pick-up on Nov. 26 at 1517 N. Howe St. Details: 910-363-4224 [email protected].
Pie Slayer, Wilmington
This late-night bakery in downtown Wilmington is accepting pre-orders for Thanksgiving through Nov. 21, or until they reach capacity. Pick-up is 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 26. Their menu includes nine pies, including gluten free options. They are also hosting a Pie Drive with the intention of donating as many pies as possible to local food banks here. For those who’d like to help, there’s a “Give a Pie” section on their website. Details: 910-380-6842, 129 Princess St, Wilmington. www.eatpieslayer.com.
Snack Time Sweets, Wilmington
It’s the first Thanksgiving cake menu for this Wilmington business. The menu includes classic and specialty cakes, like the Pumpkin Tiramisu, available in 6- or 8-inch sizes. Orders can be placed until Nov. 23, or until slots are filled. Pick up is 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 24 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 25 at 348 Hutchison Lane, above the Alcove Beer Garden in the Cargo District. Details: 910-367-5909, [email protected].
The Southerly, Carolina Beach
In Carolina Beach, this spot is known for its biscuits and pies, including seasonal and holiday selections. Online ordering begins Nov. 13, but can also be placed in person or by phone. Pick up is Nov. 26 at 1206 N. Lake Park Blvd. Details: 910-707-0776, www.thesoutherlync.com.
Sweet D’s Cuisine, Wilmington
This Wilmington shop offers a variety of meals and sweets, including filled croissants and a variety of cakes. This fall, there’s a return of the popular mini pies in flavors like sweet potato, coconut, and pecan. You can also order full-sized pies at 2321 S. 17th St. Details: 910-523-5024, https://sweetdscuisine.com…