While you may know all about some of the best places to get a good meal in the city, desserts are often a lesser-known commodity. Next time you're in the mood for something sweet, get some cupcakes from one of these dozen excellent bakeries in the city! Visually appealing and piled with frosting, these mini cakes are some of the best treats in Chicago. Keep scrolling for a look at what they're serving.

1. Sprinkles (50 E Walton Street)

Open daily, this bakery originated in Beverly Hills, but its popularity lead it to sell cupcakes in Chicago too. Fresh treats are baked throughout the day and frosted with their signature style. Those who show up before or after hours can even find a cupcake ATM!

2. Sweet Mandy B's (1208 W Webster Avenue)

Specializing in old-fashioned desserts, this bakery can make just about any type of cupcake you desire. Guests can order ahead of time and choose from over a dozen different cake flavors and nearly as many frostings and fillings.

3. Sugar Bliss Cake Boutique (115 N Wabash Avenue)

Utilizing high-quality, fresh ingredients, this wonderful bake shop makes fun little cakes! There are a wealth of flavor options, including pumpkin patch, chocolate toffee, lemon coconut, and strawberry. Locals can't get enough of the cute flower designs!

4. Molly's Cupcakes (2536 N Clark Street)

With locations in just a couple other states, this fabulous bakery is a must-try in Chicago. It is most famous for serving cupcakes with a delicious filling like Nutella, creme brulee, and peach cobbler. You can also create your own and have it made right before your eyes.

5. Maddiebird Bakery (1445 W Devon Avenue)

While the cupcakes from this incredible place are amazing, the cakes are even more astounding. Artists create stunning pieces at this shop that almost look too good to eat. Stop by and check them out when you grab your mini sweets.

6. House of Cakes (6189 N Canfield Avenue)

This family-owned business has been satisfying Chicago sweet tooths since 1987, and they offer much more than just the best cakes in town. Patrons may also wish to try a pie, tortes, cookies, and even pizza bread here.

7. The Cupcake Counter (229 W Madison Street)

Making sweet treats from scratch daily, this family-operated bake shop serves many special delights. Everyday flavors include chocolate, carrot, pumpkin, and cookies and cream. Guests may even have a cupcake made into an ice cream sandwich.

8. Swirlz Cupcakes (705 W Belden Avenue)

Locals love this bakery for its gourmet creations. Each little cake is decorated with two-toned frosting and a delicious extra treat. It's hard to choose just one flavor here!

9. Beautiful Cakes (5814 W Higgins Avenue)

Made to order, the wonderful treats from this shop are perfect for birthdays, corporate events, and other gatherings. Any theme or look you want can be achieved by this steller place.

10. Pastel! Cakes and More (4814 S Pulaski Road)

Specializing in occasion cakes, this bakery makes cookies and other desserts too. Locals love to find gifts for loved ones here and are always blown away by the quality of the treats.

11. Smallcakes (3054 N Greenview Avenue)

Featuring 18 different cupcake flavors each month, including seasonal creations, this wonderful shop is sure to have something that pleases any sweet tooth. In addition to baked goods, patrons may also get ice cream to top it off.

12. Sweet Sensations Pastry (1918 W Montrose Avenue)

Everyday cupcakes at this fun bake shop include unique creations like Boston cream pie, lemon meringue, and German chocolate. Patrons will also find crave-worthy cookies, pies, brownies, scones, cinnamon rolls, muffins, and other pastries.

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Which of these cupcakes do you like best? Share your favorites with us below in the comments!