For New Englanders, the soft, spiced molasses cookie is a culinary cornerstone, and Haverhill, Massachusetts, is a true hub for this classic treat.

Finding that perfect blend of dark molasses, ginger, and cinnamon can be a quest.

We’ve scouted the city’s top local spots that have perfected this old-fashioned favorite, offering chewy, aromatic cookies that capture the essence of home baking.

Follow our guide to the five best bakeries in Haverhill to satisfy your craving for that signature crackle-top sweetness.

Supporting these local businesses means indulging in the finest baked goods the Merrimack Valley has to offer.

Here are the locations you  to visit for a truly authentic molasses cookie experience:

  1. Little Crumby Bakeshop: (Residential Kitchen – see website for pick-up/market location)
  2. The Baker’s Rack Baking Co.: (See website for current market/pop-up locations)
  3. Joseph’s Trattoria Bakery: 6 Moulton Way
  4. Bake’n Joy: 306 River Street (Wholesale focus, check retail availability)
  5. Butternut Bakery: (See online shop for shipping/local events)

Whether you prefer a giant, soft-baked cookie or a spicy, chewy traditional version, Haverhill’s local bakers have mastered the art of the molasses cookie.

Plan your route, support a local business, and find your new favorite spiced treat.