Keyport, New Jersey, and surrounding areas are home to a number of shops with sweet treats, From bakeries and cafes to patisseries and more, these are some of the shops where you can find delicious treats near Keyport.
The Munchkinette
The Munchkinette is located at 12 W Front St, Keyport. Opened in January 2018 by Katrina Ramos, this small but homely bakery serves some of your favorite treats. Ramos brings her years of baking experience to create her treat. When you get there, try out the Snickerdoodle cookie, which has been described as “moist, soft, and chewy, with the right dose of cream of tartar”. Her red velvet cookies are also well-loved by the locals for their sweet crunch and light cocoa taste.
The Munchkinette is open to customers from 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., Tuesdays to Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. They’re closed on Mondays.
Bridget’s Bites
If you’re trying to switch to a healthier lifestyle and are looking for sweet treats that won’t dent your progress, you should check out Bridget’s Bites. Run by Bridget, who is trained in Nutrition and Dietetics, this catering service offers healthy treats without sacrificing taste and quality. Walk in and try out Bridget’s Banana Apple bites made from bananas, apples, rolled oats, nuts, and cinnamon for that extra kick.
If you need it, this caterer also offers meal planning and nutritional counseling. Bridget’s Bites is located at American Legion Drive, Keyport. Although they are closed from Sundays to Tuesdays, they open Wednesdays through Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m.
Abbate Bakery
For uniquely homemade sweet treats, visit Abbate Bakery. Located at 247 Main Street, Matawan, only 6 minutes away from Keyport, this bakery first opened in Brooklyn in 1976 and has remained in the Abbate family since that time. They moved to Matawan in 2000, and have continued to create authentic Italian treats that sate the American appetite. Abbate Bakery serves cheesecakes of various kinds, including strawberry cheesecake and a marble specialty.
if you have a craving for sweet fruits, try the fruit tarts, apple strudel or apple turnover drizzled in sugar glaze. Breakfast and special breads are also available. Abbate is open Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays to Sundays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit them for an unforgettable treat.
Dunkin’ Donuts
With multiple stores across the country and years of serving Americans with delicious sweet treats, Dunkin’ Donuts has earned a spot on this list.
Dunkin’s signature treats are its donuts, available in a variety of flavors from cherry blossom, chocolate, and apple n spice, to butternut, coffee roll, and eclair. Sprinkles and toppings are also available. They also serve donut holes. The Keyport store is located at 107 NJ-35 and is open from 4 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Mondays to Fridays and 5 a.m. to 7 p.m on Saturdays and Sundays.
If you’re only passing through Keyport, put these spots in your itinerary for the next time. They’re sure to give you a treat.