Posted in Minnesota
November 10, 2018
The Sweetest Road Trip in Minnesota Takes You To 6 Old School Chocolate Shops
Minnesota may be famous for its 10,000 lakes, but we have a few other tricks up our sleeves as well. Aside from our incredible nature, awesome people, and plentiful cultural events and attractions, the Gopher State is one of the tastiest places you’ll ever visit. If you have a sweet tooth, consider taking this road trip to six old-school chocolate shops. Along the way, you’ll pass through charming towns, meet fabulous people, and – most importantly – eat some of the most delicious treats. Read on to learn more about the sweetest road trip in Minnesota.
This sweet road trip will take you on a trip through southeastern Minnesota's best chocolate shops. It passes through both large cities and tiny towns, with beautiful scenery along the way, making it the perfect way to see what Minnesota has to offer. For the full road trip including directions, check it out on Google Maps here.
This road trip starts off in St. Paul, Minnesota. As the capital of the state, this city has a lot to offer for anyone who has a sweet tooth. There are plenty of bakeries and candy stores, but Just Truffles is a must-stop experience. The shop's cases are lined with melt-in-your-mouth homemade truffles that make great gifts - or treats for yourself. Not only do they taste good, but they're beautiful. Just Truffles is a treat for your eyes as well as your taste buds. Address: 1363 Grand Ave., St Paul, MN 55105.
Here's another St. Paul establishment that is well worth a stop. Céleste has been around for 15 years, and it still creates some of the most decadent chocolates around. Unique flavors such as Pear Cognac and Raspberry Habanero mean there's always something interesting to try. Address: 652 Transfer Rd., St Paul, MN 55114.
Let's add one more St. Paul chocolate shop to the list before we move out of the city. Knoke's Chocolates and Nuts is an old-school chocolate shop with plenty of modern flair. The original shop started in Hudson, Wisconsin, in 2000, expanding to a second location across the border in 2016. In addition to chocolates, Knoke's has great nuts, popcorn, and plenty other treats. No matter what your taste, you'll absolutely love it. Address: 2305 Como Ave., St Paul, MN 55108.
Our next stop on the road trip is northeast of the Twin Cities metro area in the charming town of Stillwater. Barbara Ann's Fudge Shoppe has been around long enough to become known for one thing in particular: it's delicious chocolatey, caramely turtles. But Barbara Ann's has plenty of other treats, too. Fudge, ice cream, and more are available at this nostalgic stop on our old-school candy shop road trip. Address: 317 Main St. S, Stillwater, MN 55082.
A little further north - but still along the St. Croix River - is the tiny town of Marine on St. Croix. This charming community is perhaps most known for the Marine General Store, an historic general store where you can find gifts, food, and more. But the St. Croix Chocolate Company, in its striking white building, is also well worth a visit. Inside, you'll find inventive, delicious, and award-winning chocolates. Walk away with a box, or just try a couple on the spot. Whatever you do, you won't be sorry you visited. Address: 11 Judd St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047.
Last but not least, our sweet road trip concludes with a stop at Daniela's Chocolates in Forest Lake, Minnesota. This little shop is charming from the moment you lay eyes on it. And when you walk inside, it only gets better. Chocolates expertly crafted by professional chocolatiers are up for grabs - and you'll want to grab a bunch. These creamy, flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth goodies are not to be missed! Address: 145 Lake St. S, Forest Lake, MN 55025.
Have you been to any of these chocolate shops? What did you think? Let us know in the comments section below. And if you’re looking for even more sweet places to visit, check out our article about the most charming small-town bakery in Minnesota.
