For generations of locals and passing travelers alike, crossing the threshold of Heyerly’s Bakery in Ossian, Indiana, feels like stepping back into a simpler, sweeter era. Located in the heart of the community, this beloved neighborhood staple has built a legendary regional reputation for serving up some of the finest, freshest old-fashioned baked goods you can find. Whether you are driving down Highway 1 specifically to stock up on their iconic treats or introducing a new generation to the joy of picking a fresh pastry from the display cases, Heyerly’s delivers a timeless small-town charm paired with melt-in-your-mouth perfection.
Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Dining Options
Breakfast
Offerings
Coffee, Baked Goods, Custom Cakes
Amenities & Planning
Quick visit, Free parking lot
Payment Methods
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Legendary Fried Cinnamon Rolls: Widely acclaimed by dedicated customers as an absolute must-try masterpiece, drawing visitors from across state lines and inspiring multi-dozen orders.
Nostalgic Small-Town Atmosphere: Walking through the front door offers an authentic retro vibe, reminiscent of a classic historic drive-in or a vintage community bakery.
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Quality: Celebrated for exceptionally soft, fresh yeast donuts, perfect glazes, and rich fillings made with time-tested care.
Warm and Efficient Service: Features a remarkably friendly, attentive, and calm front-of-house team capable of moving long lines swiftly and offering helpful local recommendations.
Special Event Custom Cakes: Highly recommended over big-box alternatives for memorable milestones, including beautifully crafted gender reveal and celebratory cakes.
Bakery Offerings & Menu
Donuts, Twists, and Fritters
Item Name
Description
Fried Cinnamon Rolls
The legendary house specialty; deeply flavorful fried sweet dough layered with cinnamon.
Apple Fritters
Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with fruit flavor.
Cinnamon Yeast Donut
Soft, classic raised donut heavily dusted with fragrant cinnamon sugar.
Sugar Cake
Traditional dense sweet cake donut tossed in sugar coating.
Bread Sugar
Lightly sweetened classic recipe dough rolled in fine sugar.
Iced Bread
Tender raised dough topped with a smooth, sweet icing layer.
Glazed Twists
Golden-fried dough twists covered in a perfectly thin, sweet glaze coat.
Bismarks
Classic raised yeast donuts crafted to soft perfection.
Filled Long Johns and Specialties
Item Name
Description
Custard Filled Long John
Oblong yeast donut loaded with a smooth, rich custard filling.
Chocolate Iced Creme Filled
Long John topped with thick chocolate icing and stuffed with sweet cream.
Caramel Iced Creme Filled
Oblong donut finished with savory caramel glaze and a cream center.
Peanut Butter Creme Filled
Rich peanut butter flavored creme piped into a fresh yeast shell.
Coconut Creme Filled
Sweet, tropical-tinged coconut cream inside a perfectly iced long john.
Boston Creme
A bakery favorite filled with pastry cream and glazed with rich chocolate.
Orange Iced Creme Filled
Vibrant citrus-flavored icing pairing perfectly with a plush cream filling.
White Iced Creme Filled
Traditional sweet white icing over a classic cream-stuffed long pastry.
Strawberry Iced Creme Filled
Fruit-forward pink strawberry icing atop a delicate cream-filled center.
Cookies, Pies, and Celebration Goods
Item Name
Description
Soft Sugar Cookies
Oversized, thick, and perfectly soft traditional sugar cookies.
Sugar Cream Pie
An authentic Indiana classic pie featuring a rich, velvety sweet cream base.
Flying Saucers
Large, unique bakery cookies packaged and prepared for family sharing.
Custom Celebration Cakes
Made-to-order premium cakes tailored beautifully for special family events.
Cupcakes
Freshly baked individual cakes decorated with premium, sweet toppings.
Brownies
Rich, fudgy chocolate squares prepared fresh in the bakery cases.
