From ice cream to cookies to cakes and pies, here are our picks for the best dessert subscription boxes.
Best Dessert Subscription Boxes
Best Overall: Harry & David Best for Ice Cream: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream Best for Candy: Treats Box Best for Cookies: The Cravory Best for Cakes: Goldbelly Best for Cupcakes: Not Pie Best for Pies: Grand Traverse Pie Company Best for Vegan Desserts: Tubby’s Taste Cookies
Can I Customize My Dessert Subscription Box Order?
Each company is different, but most companies do not allow for customization of subscriptions. You rely on the company to curate a selection of desserts for you. There are a few companies that allow you to pick the dessert you want, like the Grand Traverse Pie company. Other companies, like Harry & David, tell you upfront what desserts you will be getting per month, so you know what to expect. But most subscription services are a surprise delivery.
Are There Gluten-Free Dessert Subscription Boxes?
There are a few gluten-free dessert subscription boxes, including Not Pie, which offers a gluten-free option. As always, if you are celiac or very sensitive to gluten, read any disclaimers from the company about its products to make sure they aren’t sharing equipment or space with gluten products which can lead to cross-contamination. When in doubt, email or contact the company to ask about its gluten-free products and protocols.
Can I Send a Dessert Subscription Box as a Gift?
Nearly all subscription box services can be gifted. Often there is a checkbox or an option that will allow you to let them know it is a gift. The receiver will be sent a note as well as a delivery schedule, so the gift receiver will know when to expect delivery. If there isn’t an option for gifting, reach out to the company directly via email or phone. Often they can set up a gift subscription for you.
Methodology
We researched numerous companies and reviews and consulted with food industry experts and dessert enthusiasts to come up with this list of the best dessert subscription boxes. Criteria considered included the range of dessert flavors, the ability to customize the subscription, and the quality of desserts. We looked at many dessert subscriptions services, including McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream, David’s Cookies, Cheryl’s Cookies, Rococo, PostSweet, Baked by Melissa, Candy Club, and others. Though all of these are excellent choices, the ones we selected stood out for their quality of products, customizable delivery, great customer service, and range of desserts.
