If you're a Minnesotan with a hankering for sugary treats, you're in luck. Across its tiny towns and large cities, this state has many ice cream shops, bakeries, and other eateries with mouthwatering treats that will delight your sweet tooth. One little-known spot in northern Minnesota is located in the tiny town of Knife River. Instead of serves ice cream or baked goods, this spot sells delicious homemade candy. Read on to learn about the cute small-town candy store will completely charm you.
Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen is located at 223 Scenic Dr., Knife River, MN 55609. You'll fall in love with the adorable white and red building as soon as you see it.
Given its location along the North Shore, this spot is popular with tourists visiting any of the area's many attractions.
Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen is run by third- and fourth-generation candy makers. You won't find anything else like this along the North Shore.
The candies are made using traditional methods and in small batches using quality ingredients.
As for the candy, there are many different choices. When you visit, they'll be spread before you in a large case.
Love red velvet? You're in luck. Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen makes red velvet truffles! These - along with their other truffle varieties - are melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
If you're a fan of barks, you'll find seemingly endless varieties here.
You also can't go wrong with a classic caramel apple...
...or a fun and tasty chocolate-covered pretzel!
These treats barely scratch the surface. There's so much to try at Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen that it's best to visit in person.
Have you been to this small-town candy store? What did you think? You can learn more about Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen on their website or Facebook page.
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