The Best Donuts In Illinois Are Served Up At This Incredible Small-Town Bakery

While it seems that all the huge bakery chains get all the raves and reviews, there’s something extra special about a small-town bakery doing everything by hand and being sure to make everything just right. That care, love, and attention to detail make everything so much more delicious. If that’s something you’ve missed, and you'd like to try the best donuts in Illinois, then take a little road trip to Berkemann’s Baker’s Dozen in the tiny town of New Baden.

This is it! A small town bakery where everything is made by hand, fresh, every day. No factory machines are involved - just the skill of people who love to bake.

The donuts are raved about by locals and out-of-town visitors alike. It’s an extra-special treat when you can get them while they’re still a bit warm.

This bakery knows how to make an excellent pie as well. It’s worth a drive to this little town to bring one of these home. It’s up to you whether you end up sharing it, though.

The bakery celebrates every holiday with themed baked goods, like these egg-shaped cakes for Easter. You can have them made to order as well.

During the holiday season, these German, anise-flavored Christmas cookies known as Springerles are a local favorite. They're like licorice in cookie form.

Speaking of cookies, this box of assorted versions of Christmas cookies would be hard for anyone to resist. So many lovely textures and flavors to savor. We’re not sure this would last very long in anyone’s home.

This bakery likes to get whimsical with silly, creative cookies for every holiday. These gravestone Halloween cookies are to die for!

Berkemann’s Baker’s Dozen is open every day except Monday, and the bakery is ready for you starting at 4:30 AM. Even better, the prices are kept low so that you can enjoy even more of the sweet goodness that can be found here. While you’re exploring Illinois, take a look at some road trip destinations we think you’ll love! Let us know about your favorite places in Illinois in the comments.