You've Never Tasted Anything Like These Unique Desserts In Michigan

Michigan is known for a few things in dessert-making. It has a lot to do with the state’s rich history in fudge-making, as well as its deep roots in apple growing. We’ve dug up some truly Michigan desserts that folks outside of the state just can’t appreciate.

Original Murdick's Fudge, 7363 Main St, Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA

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A Mackinac Island original since 1887, Murdick's makes homemade fudge, peanut brittle, and other sweets, making it a pioneer in Michigan confectioneries.

May's Candy Shop, 7351 Main St, Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA

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This generations-long family business features a number of legendary seasonal fudge varieties, guaranteeing you'll be satisfied all year long. Plus, you'll be supporting one of the finest family-owned fudge shops in Michigan!

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Donckers, 137 W Washington St, Marquette, MI 49855, USA

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Looking for a fall twist to your dessert? Try the pumpkin pie fudge from Donckers.

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Upper Crust Cafe Bakery & Deli, 375 Traders Point Dr, Manistique, MI 49854, USA

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Looking for some Michigan apple goodness? Try this delicious dessert from Upper Crust Bakery & Deli. Try this classic rendition, made just like mom.

Landmark Inn, 230 N Front St, Marquette, MI 49855, USA

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Situated inside the Landmark Inn, this bakery gives you an incredible sour cream apple walnut pie... It's universally delish.

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This treat comes from German immigrant Fred Sanders Schmidt, who specialized in gourmet confections in Germany and Chicago, before coming up with his legendary Sanders Bumpy Cake and other chocolates when his family moved to Detroit following the Great Fire of 1871 in Chicago.

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Vernor's gingle ale founder James Vernor came up with this concoction, made up of vanilla ice cream and the ginger ale, the perfect combo of sweet and spicy that's an iconic Michigan food.

Mmm, my mouth watering just looking at this. I can’t wait to sink my teeth into some of these delicacies. Tell us though, what are some of your all-time favorite Michigan-specific desserts? Did we miss any of your all-time favorite Michigan snacks or treats? Share them with us in the comments below!

And if your sweet tooth is still aching, this delicious road trip visits the best pie shops in Michigan, and is sure to satisfy your every dessert craving!