Urban Cookie Crawl: Where To Find Cookies In Mt. Hood Territory’s Urban Region

Craving something sweet between river walks, boutique shopping and coffee breaks? Mt. Hood Territory’s urban region is home to some exceptional bakeries and cafés offering delicious cookies. From rustic, locally sourced cookies to French pâtisserie and custom, hand-decorated treats, there’s a sweet treat for every palate and occasion.

A family-run favorite, Pure Bliss lives up to its name with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and pastry case that changes daily. While the scones and cinnamon rolls get lots of love, cookie fans will be rewarded for looking beyond the well-known crowd-pleasers.

The team rotates flavors seasonally and offers online pre-ordering from the full menu, making it handy for planning a picnic, stocking up for a meeting or simply ensuring your favorites are ready when you are. It’s also a great first stop of the day if you like pairing cookies with a proper morning pastry; grab a scone for now and a cookie for later.

Cookie Highlights

• Oatmeal Raisin: Soft, chewy and nostalgic.
• Sugar: Classic canvas for coffee dips and afternoon pick-me-ups.
• Macarons (three-piece): Dainty, shareable and perfect for when you need “just a bite” of something sweet.

Oregon City gem, Small Baking Co., bakes with purpose, spotlighting regional producers and thoughtfully sourced staples, like Camas Country Mill grains, Jacobsen Salt, local eggs and Oregon hazelnuts. The result? Cookies with character and nuance, where every bite showcases the Pacific Northwest pantry.

Small Baking Company balances whole-grain craft and flavor-forward fun, from seasonal market offerings to a Thursday–Saturday retail window at the bakery. If you love tasting the region in your sweets, this is a must.

Cookie Highlights

• Chocolate Chip Sea Salt: Big, chewy and loaded with bittersweet and dark chocolate, baked with organic wheat flours and finished with a pinch of Jacobsen sea salt.
• Cinnamon Sugar: A generously sized, chewy classic rolled in warm cinnamon sugar, crafted with organic wheat and spelt flours.
• Espresso Chocolate Chip: Nearly a quarter-pound of chewy goodness: dark chocolate pieces, locally roasted decaf espresso beans and a kiss of sea salt, all baked with organic grains.
• Ginger Molasses: Deep, chewy and spice-forward, made with organic wheat flours, rich molasses and cozy warm spices.
• Lemon Glazed Ginger Molasses: Our ginger molasses cookie dressed with a bright, zesty lemon glaze for a sweet-tart finish.
• Oatmeal Orange Dark Chocolate: Hearty and chewy with organic oats and wheat flours, lifted by fresh orange zest and studded with bittersweet chocolate.

Founded on the idea of loving people well through pastries, Too Sweet Cakes brings playful personality to its cookie case alongside a broad selection for gifting and events. Whether you’re snack-sizing for the car or building a platter for a crowd, Too Sweet Cakes has ready-to-go options at approachable price points.

Cookie Highlights

• Cookies: Everyday favorites with seasonal twists.
• Cookie Sandos: Imagine your favorite cookie turned into a handheld sandwich filled with buttercream.
• Macarons: Mix flavors or keep it classic; sleeves make excellent gifts.

A showcase for classically trained pastry chef Vitaliya Popovych, Artisserie Fine Bakery is where edible art meets irresistible texture. While the entremets and croissants steal the spotlight, cookie lovers should home in on the hand-decorated and classic cookie lineup. If you love visually stunning sweets, this is your destination. Pick up a macaron assortment and a few decorated cookies to make any coffee table look instantly celebration ready. 

Cookie Highlights

• Hand-Decorated Cookies: Seasonal motifs, beautifully finished. Flavors rotate among Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter and Raspberry Jelly, Vanilla, and Chocolate and Pecan. 
• Macarons: Dainty, almond-based confections with assorted fillings; perfect for building a colorful treat box.

A boutique studio specializing in custom cakes and hand-decorated sugar cookies, The Cake Room turns cookies into lifelong memories. Designs range from Oregon-shaped state pride to sports, sea life, holidays and beyond.

When your celebration calls for a polished, themed cookie centerpiece, this is the bakery for you. The studio is by appointment with online ordering for designs. Be sure to plan ahead, especially for weddings, showers, corporate events or other large orders.

Cookie Highlights

• Hand-Decorated Sugar Cookies: A wide range of shapes and designs.
• Holiday-Ready Options: Seasonal selections for any occasion.

Elka Bee's is a locally cherished spot known for blending a cozy coffee shop atmosphere with sophisticated, European-style baking. Owned by an English expat, the café offers a unique, comfortable setting perfect for lingering over a sweet treat. Beyond the delicious breakfast and lunch fare, their bakery case is a draw, featuring a wide range of house-made drop cookies, sandwiched cookies, and other desserts crafted with an artisanal touch. For a truly unique experience, check their schedule for traditional English High Tea service.

Cookie Highlights

• Salted Chocolate Chip: A classic drop cookie with a sweet-and-salty finish.
• Cowboy: A hearty, everything-but-the-kitchen-sink cookie featuring oats, coconut and pecans.
• Snickerdoodle: A soft, thick and perfectly spiced rendition of the old favorite.
• Sandwiched Cookies: Includes comforting flavors like Chocolate Caramel and Confetti Vanilla Frosting.

From Oregon-shaped shortbread to elegant French macarons and custom sugar cookie artistry, Mt. Hood Territory’s urban region towns make cookie hunting a full afternoon delight. Pack a tote, bring a friend and build your own tasting tour.