The Sweetest Road Trip in Missouri Takes You to 6 Old School Chocolate Shops

Chocoholics! Who's up for a road trip to some of the best old-school chocolate shops in Missouri? Don't worry if you're not a chocoholic yet. After you've trekked across Missouri and had your fill of melt-in-your-mouth chocolate, you'll join that special club of chocolate lovers who know that chocolate's the perfect pick me up any time of the day or the night. Ready? Off we go to find some of the best Missouri chocolate!

Use the interactive Google Map link for road trip directions, and get ready for the sweetest road trip to find some of the best Missouri chocolate of your life! Journey across Missouri, where you'll stop at some of the state's best chocolate shops. Even better? Tailor the road trip to your needs and your interests by adding stops or even removing stops. Ready? Let's go!

1. Panache Chocolatier – Kansas City

Let's start our decadently delicious road trip in Kansas City—KC, here we come! Our first stop forr the "best chocolate shops near me" takes us to Panache Chocolatier, which has been a Kansas City staple for nearly four decades. Sink your teeth into chocolate, dark chocolate, or caramel chocolate popcorn. Then, browse the assortment of chocolate on display, ranging from coconut clusters and peanut butter truffles to solid chocolate bars and peanut clusters. It will quickly become one of your favorite chocolate shops. Head to Panache Chocolatier's website to learn more about its sweet offerings.

2. The Candy Factory – Columbia

Two words: Chocolate-covered apples. Hungry yet? Our next stop takes us to The Candy Factory in Columbia, where you'll find a selection of amazing chocolate-covered goodies. So, meander around the shop that sells traditional chocolate-covered pretzels, chips, and strawberries. And, some good news, too! The Candy Factory also features several sugar-free chocolate options. Learn more about The Candy Factory on the official website.

3. Grandma’s Candy Kitchen – Lake of the Ozarks

Craving homemade fudge? Well, our next stop just might have that craving working overtime. Grandma's Candy Kitchen makes 20 different flavors of its award-winning fudge including chocolate, peanut butter chocolate, caramel chocolate peanut, and chocolate nut. Pick your favorites. Then, stock up on handmade chocolate. Choose from such favorites as peanut clusters and chocolate-covered Oreos. Visit the Grandma’s Candy Kitchen website for more information on one of the best chocolate shops in Missouri.

We are halfway through our sweet little road trip, so how about an overnight stay at Lake of the Ozarks? Book a relaxing night at Camden on the Lake Resort & Spa.

4. Sweet Things Sweet Shop – Saint Genevieve

Had your fill of chocolate yet? Doubtfully, right? Next, we're heading to Sweet Things Sweet Shop in Saint Genevieve. With its tag line, "The World's Okayest Candy Store," the charming shop sells an assortment of traditional chocolate boxes that are filled with such candy as chocolate covered caramels, dark chocolate, and milk chocolate. And, if you're looking for truffles in Missouri, well, they've got those, too. And don't worry, this candy store in Missouri is more than okay—it's fantastic! Visit the official website of Sweet Things Sweet Shop to learn more.

5. Riverside Sweets – St. Charles

f St. Charles. Start your visit at Riverside Sweets with a delicious scoop of ice cream from Kemp's Dairy in Minneapolis. Then, peruse the generous selection of hand-dipped chocolates and fudge. Visit the official website of Riverside Sweets for more information.

6. Chocolaterie Stam – Hannibal

And, now we end our sweet chocolate road trip to find some of the best Missouri chocolate in the enchanting town of Hannibal. Chocolaterie Stam, which has locations in several Midwestern towns, sells a spectacular array of chocolates. Treat yourself to such delicious goodies as gourmet fudge, chocolate-covered strawberries, and bonbons. Then, after you've stocked up on chocolates, order a delicious gelato to keep you going to our next stop. It's certainly one of the best chocolate shops in Missouri. Find out more by visiting the official Facebook page for Chocolaterie Stam.

If you'd like to enjoy a getaway in Hannibal before heading home, book a couple of nights at a charming historic home in town.

What are your favorite chocolate shops for delicious Missouri chocolate? If yours isn't on the list, please fill out our nomination form to tell us all about it. Then, read about the best chocolate desserts you'll find in Missouri.