It’s always nice to find a charming, small-town bakery to visit here in the Hawkeye State. When you stumble upon one in a little town that happens to serve some of the most famous pies in Iowa, well, that’s just a bonus! Try the pies from The Bread Basket and you’ll fall in love at first bite.

The Bread Basket is a small town bakery that serves up some of the most famous pies in Iowa.
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Step into this charming cafe and you'll immediately notice the scent of fresh baked goods in the air!
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The Bread Basket also sells cute purses and clothing, books, and toys, along with locally made gourmet foods.
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If you stop in for lunch, you'll enjoy their menu of sandwiches, salads, pasta dishes, and homestyle sides.
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Don't fill up on lunch, though — The Bread Basket is where you'll find some of the most famous pies in Iowa.
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Each pie is hand-crafted daily, and they sell out fast! Place your order the day before if you're making the drive to pick up a pie.
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There is always a variety of desserts to choose from. This tray shows off their triple berry pie, black forest brownie, pineapple cake, chocolate cheesecake, and their signature white chocolate banana cream pie.
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The white chocolate banana cream pie may be the best dessert in the Hawkeye State! It's earned a reputation for being one of the most famous pies in Iowa and people drive from all over to pick one up.
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If you prefer a lighter, fruitier pie, you can find a tasty strawberry rhubarb on most days. Pick one up for your next backyard barbecue and everyone will be grateful.
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Their refreshing strawberry pie is a summertime staple, and you can't go wrong when you order one to-go.
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In fact, you'll often find lighter summertime sweets on the menu. Try their strawberry cream, key lime, coconut cream pie, or order a cold cheesecake for a treat. There are plenty of pastries to choose from!
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Be sure, though, to make room for a slice of the white chocolate banana cream pie — it's famous for a reason, and you'll soon discover why.
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