Birdie M.
Yelp
"Run, run, run, as fast as you can...you can't catch me, I'm the gingerbread man!" Growing up hearing this catchphrase from the beloved children's story & eating homemade gingerbread brings back wonderful childhood memories especially during the holidays. In fact, one of my favourite holiday treats is still a good gingerbread cookie...shaped like "The Gingerbread Man," of course.
Speaking of gingerbread, you probably already know about the now viral mouse-shaped gingerbread cookies at the "other" amusement park here in Orange County. But...if you aren't interested in chasing after that nearly impossible-to-get cookie, nor do you want to deal with the ridiculous crowds, there are other options to satisfy that craving. "Where?!?!?" You ask??? At The Farm Bakery at Knott's Berry Farm!
Located in the Berry Marketplace shopping area (just outside the amusement park), The Farm Bakery is a hidden gem. Although it's not the fanciest nor is it an "IG-worthy" or gourmet bakery, they do offer a decent variety of treats including cookies, fruit turnovers, cupcakes, brownies, pies, boysenberry and Snoopy-themed treats, beverages, & even custom cakes. They also offer some of the best gingerbread man cookies I've had in a long time. The gingerbread cookies are perfectly spiced (not too overpowering), soft, fresh, & generous in size. Only available seasonally, they do sell out quickly, so if you enjoy gingerbread, get it before it's gone. Bonus: If you come at just the right time, you'll be able to snag a fresh gingerbread cookie (or two or three) without all the long lines & hassle.
If you're craving a sweet treat & you're in the area of Knott's Berry Farm, check out The Farm Bakery.
P.S. --- Dear Knott's Farm Bakery: If you're reading this, Please-Please-Please bring back those delicious mini pineapple upside down cakes! They were amazing!