We're all for healthy living and making good choices with our diets. We're also big supporters of the "treat yo'self" mentality. It's called balance. And when the mood strikes for indulging in baked goods, who are we to deny it? The next time you find yourself craving a sweet, freshly baked treat, head on over to these 8 crazy delicious bakeries in Buffalo you should have tried by now.

1. Mazurek's Bakery (543 South Park Avenue)

We're going to stray from the norm and start with the oldest first. Mazurek's Bakery has been a Buffalo bakery institution since 1895. And while the years have certainly passed, the delicious quality of Mazurek's recipes has stuck around for the long haul.

Learn more about this historic (and delicious) destination here.

2. Five Points Bakery (44 Brayton Street)

They call it Five Points Bakery, but we give this Buffalo bakery a solid 10/10! Five Points Bakery specializes in freshly baked breads and baked goods. You haven't lived until you've tried their Extra Sharp Cheddar toast!

See why Buffalonians go crazy over the ingredients here!

3. BreadHive Bakery & Cafe (402 Connecticut Street)

BreadHive is a unique business that is cooperatively owned by the employees. While that's amazing in and of itself, their baked goods are even more outstanding. When you sink your teeth into their giant pretzels and fresh breads, you'll see what we mean!

4. Fairy Cakes Cupcakery LLC (289 Parkside Avenue)

If the name Fairy Cakes Cupcakery sounds familiar, it's probably because you've seen this Buffalo bakery featured on the Cooking Channel's "Cupcake Showdown." This bakery's award-winning flavors are #1 in our book, too!

5. KupKates (956 Abbott Road)

It can sometimes be tricky when a cupcake craving strikes on a Sunday. But luckily, this Buffalo bakery doesn't take the day to rest. On the contrary, Sunday is the only day to grab your baked goods at KupKates! They are open 11 AM to 4 PM. This Buffalo bakery might have limited hours, but their flavor options are almost endless.

6. Rowhouse Bakery & Restaurant (483 Delaware Avenue)

The Rowhouse Bakery & Restaurant hasn't been around long, but we're big fans of this new kid on the block! While you can enjoy a meal any time of day at this beautiful restaurant, we're partial to the pastries in the morning!

Learn more about what makes Rowhouse so special here.

7. Butter Block (Pop-Up/Several Locations)

You can't find Butter Block at a brick and mortar location, and that's quite alright with us! After all, everything worthwhile is worth chasing down. You can find this Buffalo bakery serving up amazing delicacies around the city at pop-up locations. A word from the wise: never pass up a butter block pop tart. Ever.

8. Public Espresso + Coffee

Public Espresso + Coffee isn't technically a bakery, but rules were meant to be broken, no? While they might not include "Bakery" in their business name, Public's in-house pastry program rivals some of the best in Buffalo. And nothing makes a better pair than freshly brewed coffee and freshly baked pastries!

What are your favorite baked goods to indulge in? Which bakery in Buffalo makes them best? Share your guilty pastry pleasures with us in the comments below!