When you’re on the hunt for a sweet spot to start your morning, a trip to a local bakery is just what you need! Everybody has their favorite neighborhood bakeries, but La Esperanza in Sacramento has proven to be especially popular. This vibrant bakery is attached to a grocery store and its delicious confections are bound to hit the spot when you’re craving something sweet.

Located in Sacramento, La Esperanza has been the go-to spot for mouthwatering Mexican food and pan dulce for over 50 years. The store consists of a supermarket, restaurant, and deli, but today we're focused on the delicious bakery.
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The La Esperanza Bakery was founded in October 1969 by Salvador Plasencia with hopes of "creating a community filled with love, unity, and pan dulce." Considering the bakery has remained popular over half a century later, we think he's succeeded!
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The bakery is famous for its wide variety of fresh and delicious pan dulce. You'd definitely be hard-pressed to find a bigger selection of pan dulce anywhere else in Northern California.
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You'll find all of the popular varieties of pan dulce at La Esperanza, from brightly colored conchas and cuernitos to fruit-filled empanadas or coyotas.
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The bakery is also beloved for their customized and fully photogenic cakes. These gourmet cakes are perfect for your next celebration or simply as an everyday treat. Be sure to check out the bakery's daily selection of leche cakes, as well!
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Best of all, the prices at La Esperanza can't be beat. They are notably inexpensive, which makes it easy to load up an entire box with baked goods and pastries. If there's a line out the door, don't be discouraged - it's worth it.
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Add some sweetness to your day and stop by La Esperanza Bakery for authentic Mexican pastries. There's a reason it's so popular! Visit the store's website for more information about what La Esperanza has to offer.
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Have you been to this Mexican bakery in Sacramento? What’s your favorite bakery in Northern California? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below!

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