The best dessert spots in America (and other sweet tips)

Bring Serendipity’s famous frozen hot chocolate in your own home with these packets.

Om nom nom. Get four of these mini marble cheesecakes from Omaha Steaks for just over $10.

By Aimee Heckel

Chocolate what? Did someone say chocolate?

An important part of any responsible traveler’s daydreaming is seeking out new, mouthwatering dessert hotspots.

The poor (lucky) writers at Fodor’s have been working hard to help narrow down the list. Fodor’s recently released America’s 20 Best Dessert Spots.

Here are a few of the highlights — and a few of our tips, too; consider it the cherry on top.

In New York City: Serendipity 3  

If you know a thing or two about sugar, this won’t surprise you. Serendipity 3 has been teasing taste buds since the ’50s. Try this self-proclaimed “ice cream parlor on steroids'” claim to fame: a frozen hot chocolate. Rent out the quirky parlor for a party. Or if you’re feeling over the top and have money to melt, order the Golden Opulence Sundae for $1,000.

Looking for cheap tickets to New York (so you can afford some frozen opulence)? Check these travel coupons.

Want a little Serendipity in your own house? You can order a six-pack of the frozen hot chocolate packets for $35.70, on Amazon.com.

In San Francisco: Ghirardelli’s

Want to warm up your taste buds at home? Consider it dessert training. We love Omaha Steaks’ cheesecakes, especially the marble. We think the 3.5-ounce cheesecakes are a perfect single size, and best of all, you can get four of them for just $10.99. Now that beats a $1,000 sundae — and these cakes will be delivered right to your door.

Save money on Omaha Steaks purchases with these coupons. Read more articles about Omaha Steaks here. You’re welcome.

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