Homemade treats in Forest Lake, Minnesota

Slattengren Farms, located at 28776 Saint Croix Trail North in Shafer, Minnesota, is a unique institution offering a variety of delicious treats and local artisan crafts. Our pure maple syrups are infused with a range of flavors, including bourbon barrel-matured, black walnut, coffee, and hot pepper. Visitors can sample these flavors to find their new favorite. Our farm, nestled near the scenic St. Croix River valley, has been producing pure maple syrup for five generations. In addition to our syrups, our gift shop features handmade candles, soaps, pottery, and more from local artisans. For those with a sweet tooth, our ice cream shop and bakery offer homemade treats made with local dairy from Autumnwood Farms in Forest Lake, MN. Baked goods are made from scratch and available on weekends. We strive to be a destination point for our customers and vendors, and are happy to accommodate visitors outside of our regular store hours with a simple phone call or visit. Come experience the delicious flavors and local crafts at Slattengren Farms!

Lil' Turtle Sweets is a charming bakery and food store located at 9855 199th Street North in Forest Lake, Minnesota. Founded by Jen Bloom, a passionate cottage food producer and mom of two, this institution specializes in beautifully decorated sugar cookies that are perfect for any special occasion. Jen bakes and decorates each cookie with love and care, ensuring that every bite is a delightful experience. In addition to sugar cookies, Lil' Turtle Sweets also offers gourmet cookies, candy-coated popcorn, and edible cookie dough. Whether you're planning a birthday party, wedding, or just want to treat yourself to something sweet, Lil' Turtle Sweets has something for everyone. Stop by and indulge in these delicious treats - because as Jen says, "no one remembers the person who brought a salad."