Whole Treats Bakery and Coffee House (Truckee, CA)

Rating: Gluten Free (the whole bakery, except the croissants)

Waking up in Truckee after five days soaking up the sun in Palm Springs? Yeah, first stop HAS to be Whole Treats Bakery — aka the gluten-free wonderland.

If you’re gluten-free or just love insanely good food, this spot is IT. Choosing a favorite treat is basically impossible because everything is moist, packed with flavor, and next-level delicious. Like, I’ve never had a bad bite here—EVER. And we have tried most of them!

We actually discovered this bakery thanks to Coffeebar Truckee, which we’ve been obsessed with since it opened in 2010. Fun fact: The owner of Whole Treats was originally Coffeebar’s gluten-free baker, whipping up magic for all their locations until she decided to open her own shop a couple of years ago. (And honestly, best decision ever.) Now, let’s talk TREATS. There’s an endless lineup of goodies—pecan bars (my mom’s fave), donut holes, coffee cake, chocolate chip banana muffins, and, the iconic Truckee bar (think Twix bar meets brownie but gluten-free and way better). Every bite is pure heaven.

Oh, and if you’re feeling savory, don’t sleep on the Rosemary Goat Cheese biscuit or mushroom frittata. The biscuit is soft, fluffy, and filled with this herby, tangy goodness that makes every bite better than the last. And the frittata? Packed with rich mushroom flavor and cooked to perfection—it’s basically the brunch of champions.

Walking into Whole Treats is like stepping into your dream bakery. The vibe? Cozy, warm, and welcoming—like the kind of place where you can settle in with a cup of coffee and just soak up the morning. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite before heading out on a Truckee adventure or just treating yourself to something sweet, Whole Treats always delivers.

If you need the ultimate way to start your morning in Truckee, Whole Treats Bakery is THE place. Gluten-free or not, trust me—you’ll be obsessed.