Berger Cookie
in Baltimore, MD
Born in Baltimore, the Berger Cookie is a soft, cake-like cookie covered with a thick layer of chocolate fudge icing. Made in the city since the 19th century, it remains one of Baltimore’s most recognizable sweets.
Did you know?
Henry Berger opened his Baltimore bakery in 1835, but the cookie stayed largely local for generations. Mail-order sales began in 1994, helping this Baltimore invention reach customers beyond the city.
Where to Find It
1 place to try Berger Cookie in Baltimore, MD
Berger’s Bakery
$$$$South Baltimore
The home base of Baltimore’s thick-frosted Berger cookie, a soft chocolate or vanilla cake-like cookie capped with fudge icing.
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