Cinnamon buns are a year-round treat, but there’s something extra cozy about indulging during the chilly winter months. Whether it’s a lazy Sunday morning or a quick pick-me-up after holiday shopping, these gooey, sweet rolls are the ultimate comfort food.
Here’s where to find the best buns in the city — because really, any time is a good time for cinnamon buns.
XO Bisous
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At this bright, contemporary café, coffee and sandwiches steal the show, but it’s the cinnamon buns that truly shine. Crafted by Genna Steckel, a classically trained French chef and the owner, these buns are a warm, gooey hug in pastry form. With a perfectly soft texture and just the right amount of spice, they’re the ultimate treat, whether enjoyed with your morning coffee or as an afternoon pick-me-up.
Bunners
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Bunner’s Mama cinnamon bun is a vegan masterpiece: layers of cinnamon sugar wrapped in soft dough, baked in a sticky brown sugar glaze, and crowned with buttercream frosting. Gooey, soft, and utterly irresistible — this bun is pure decadence, no dairy required.
Bad Attitude Bread
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Bad Attitude Bread brings plant-based flair to Little Italy, and their cinnamon buns are no exception. These vegan treats are a swirl of rich cinnamon-sugar goodness, baked to perfection and topped with a velvety glaze. Decadent yet guilt-free, they’re proof that indulgence doesn’t need compromise. Perfect with their artisanal coffee, these buns are a must-try for carb lovers in the know.
Bakerbots Baking
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At Bakerbots Baking, the cinnamon buns are a masterclass in balance. With a lightly crisp exterior and a chewy, flavourful pastry base, these buns are far from being overly sweet.Instead, they deliver a nuanced hit of cinnamon and a gooey interior that’s indulgent without overwhelming. A perfect complement to their coffee lineup, it’s the kind of treat that keeps you coming back.
Phipps
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Phipps Bakery has been crafting baked goods with love and care since 1986, and their Sinnamon Buns are a testament to their expertise. These pillowy-soft buns are slathered in rich cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible treat.
Sticky Bakery
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Tucked away in the corner of the St.Clair West Sticky Bakery serves up the most decadent cinnamon buns! Topped with gooey goodness in all varieties — classic, pecan, or cream cheese glaze, it is the perfect winter treat.
Sweet Trolley Bakery
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This cozy spot is celebrated for its old-school cinnamon buns, served with a generous dose of nostalgia. Soft, gooey and perfectly melt-in-your-mouth, they’re the kind of treat that will have you reaching for seconds.
Mabel’s Bakery
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Iconic Mabel’s Bakery is a go-to spot for anyone with a sweet tooth. The perfect comfort food, these buns are often praised for their fluffy texture, perfect balance of sweetness, and gooey cinnamon filling.
Almond Butterfly
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Delicious and gluten free, Almond Butterfly’s cinnamon buns pack a punch! These are usually made with almond flour, which gives them a unique flavour and a slightly denser but still incredibly satisfying texture.
Sweet Bliss
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Sweet Bliss Baking Company has been delighting Toronto since 2006 with baked goods crafted from the finest ingredients. Their cinnamon buns, often called the best in the city, are a standout. Each bun is a perfect harmony of soft dough, cinnamon-laced layers and a sweet glaze that hits all the right notes. Nostalgic and indulgent, these buns are worth the trip—and maybe even a second round.