Aldi’s baked goods section is a treasure trove of indulgent, budget-friendly treats—but not all are created equal. We taste-tested 15 different bakery items, from fluffy croissants to frosted sugar cookies, to find out which ones deserve a spot in your cart and which might be better left on the shelf. Spoiler: our #1 pick shocked even us!
Bake Shop Raspberry Danish $3.85/14 oz
A rich, buttery danish filled with tangy raspberry jam and drizzled with icing.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 17g
- Carbs: 38g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 17g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Enriched flour, sugar, raspberry filling, eggs, milk, vegetable oil.
Preparation:
Ready to eat. Best enjoyed slightly warmed.
Bake Shop Cheese Danish $3.19/14 oz
Creamy cheese filling wrapped in flaky pastry, perfect with coffee.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 330
- Total Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 35g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Cream cheese, enriched flour, sugar, butter, eggs.
Preparation:
Serve chilled or warm for a fresh-from-the-oven feel.
Bake Shop Cinnamon Rolls $3.85/22 oz
Soft cinnamon rolls topped with a luscious layer of vanilla icing.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 45g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 22g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, cinnamon, sugar, butter, icing glaze.
Preparation:
Microwave 10–15 seconds for gooey perfection.
L’Oven Fresh Pains au Chocolat $4.39/12.69 oz
These mini chocolate croissants bring European café vibes home.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 190
- Total Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Puff pastry, chocolate chips, eggs, milk.
Preparation:
Bake at 350°F for 5–7 minutes or enjoy at room temp.
Bake Shop Croissants $3.19/10.5 oz
Flaky, buttery, and surprisingly satisfying for store-bought.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 27g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, butter, milk, yeast.
Preparation:
Toast lightly for extra crispness.
Bake Shop Angel Food Cake $5.29/14 oz
Light, airy, and perfect with berries and whipped cream.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 130
- Total Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 29g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Egg whites, sugar, flour, vanilla extract.
Preparation:
Slice and serve chilled or room temperature.
Bake Shop Triple Chocolate Crème Cake $5.39/20 oz
Dense, rich, and ultra-chocolatey—like a brownie and cake had a baby.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 400
- Total Fat: 21g
- Carbs: 49g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 35g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Cocoa, chocolate chips, flour, sugar, eggs, butter.
Preparation:
Serve chilled or slightly warmed with ice cream.
Lofthouse Sugar Cookies $2.84/13.5 oz
Soft and frosted with pastel icing and sprinkles.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 160
- Total Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 24g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, sugar, palm oil, artificial flavors.
Preparation:
Eat straight from the package. Kid favorite.
Bake Shop Chocolate Chunk Cookies $4.29/14 oz
Classic chewy chocolate chunk cookies with crispy edges.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 190
- Total Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 26g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 17g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Semi-sweet chocolate, enriched flour, butter.
Preparation:
Microwave 8–10 seconds for a fresh-baked feel.
Bake Shop Lemon Loaf Cake Slices $4.39/14 oz
Moist and tangy with just the right amount of citrus zing.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 39g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 27g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Lemon puree, eggs, flour, sugar, canola oil.
Preparation:
Best served chilled or room temp with tea.
Bake Shop Powdered Mini Donuts $3.49/14 oz
Classic childhood favorite—messy, sweet, and addictive.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 260
- Total Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, sugar, vegetable oil, powdered sugar.
Preparation:
Eat straight from the bag, ideally with coffee or milk.
Bake Shop Blueberry Muffins $4.35/14.1 oz
Soft and bursting with real blueberries, a reliable classic.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 270
- Total Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 37g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 22g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Blueberries, sugar, flour, eggs, canola oil.
Preparation:
Microwave 10 seconds or toast slightly.
Bake Shop Kitchen Sink Cookies $4.29/14 oz
Loaded with pretzels, caramel, and chocolate chips. Sweet & salty!
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Chocolate chips, caramel bits, pretzels, flour.
Preparation:
Eat as-is or warm up for extra gooeyness.
Bake Shop Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies $4.29/14 oz
A chewy twist on oatmeal cookies with bursts of tart cranberries.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 32g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 19g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Oats, dried cranberries, brown sugar, butter.
Preparation:
Tastes great straight from the pack.
Ranked #1: Bake Shop Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies $5.49/15.5 oz
Spiced carrot cake cookies with rich cream cheese frosting.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 39g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 27g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Carrots, cream cheese, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour.
Preparation:
Refrigerate for a firmer texture or serve room temp for soft bites.
Final Bite
From fruity danishes to decadent chocolate cakes, Aldi’s bakery section seriously delivers—especially for the price. While some treats missed the mark, others had us reaching for seconds (and thirds). If you’re looking for the ultimate bakery pick? The Bake Shop Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies stole the show with their spiced cake layers and rich cream cheese filling. They’re indulgent, balanced, and taste like something straight out of a specialty bakery.
