Find a sweet treat in ShelbyKY

545 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065

Post-dinner dessert? We know just the spotz (see what we did there?)! Find award-winning, hand-crafted gelato made with Kentucky Proud ingredients at Spotz Gelato! You can’t miss their iconic, bright pink building on Shelbyville’s historic Main Street. Enjoy daily flavors like caramel cheesecake, strawberry shortcake, a vegan chocolate coconut, and their classic banana pudding — and trust us, you’ll want to try it. There’s a reason it’s won awards. Flavors change daily, which just means you’ll have to come every day, right? 

6905 Shelbyville Road, Simpsonville, KY 40067

Imagine the scent of lavender wafting through the air as you indulge in the mouth-watering desserts at Little Mount Lavender. Picture yourself savoring a towering strawberry cream puff, a refreshing lavender lemon cake, fresh-made crème brûlée, or homemade chocolate chip cannoli. And don’t forget to save room for lunch, with a menu full of delicious bites and a fully stocked bar! Seasonal favorites, like a fresh summertime charcuterie salad — made with fresh mixed greens mixed with a charcuterie-style blend of fruits, veggies, nuts, olives, tomato, cheeses, meats, served with house lavender balsamic dressing — and fresh-from-the-garden vegetable ratatouille. 

519 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065

At Serendipity Kandy Kitchen, you can stock up on hand-made candy favorites and even indulge in a Bourbon Twinkie. Yes, you read that right. Picture homemade yellow cake filled with whipped-by-hand cream, infused with local Kentucky bourbon, and drizzled tantalizingly with chocolate and pecans — that’s a Bourbon Twinkie. If you combine a Twinkie with a bourbon ball, that's the Serendipity Kandy Kitchen classic: a mouthwatering, indulgent, and delicious treat you won't find anywhere else. Other favorites include custom cakes, ice cream, and candy shop staples. 

700 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065

Caffeinate while enjoying a sugary treat with a stop at The Paddock. Located in a historic building on Shelbyville's historic Main Street, The Paddock has been acquired by Awake Ministries, providing an opportunity for those in recovery to get hands-on work experience. As they say, The Paddock serves hope and redemption daily. Fresh-baked muffins, pastries, and energy bites will help you fuel up for a full day of exploring ShelbyKY: Your Bourbon Destination. 

6950 Shelbyville Road, Simpsonville, KY 40067

No list of sweet treats in ShelbyKY is complete without mentioning Weathered Oak Farms, home to Pop’s Sourdough cinnamon rolls. The most common exclamation after the first bite — after that’s delicious! — is That’s the best cinnamon roll I’ve ever had! With plenty of indoor and outdoor space to sit and gather for a while, Weathered Oak Farms has a handful of delicious sandwiches on the menu, all served on fresh-baked sourdough bread or sourdough bagels. Don’t forget a coffee or the picture-perfect butterfly lemonade to go with your sweet treat.