Jaarsma Bakery – American
Stepping into this heritage bakery feels like a journey to the Netherlands, where the air is thick with the intoxicating scent of toasted almonds and golden, buttery pastry. Trays overflow with legendary Dutch Letters—flaky, sugar-dusted curves filled with rich almond paste—alongside delicate "Goat Legs" and cream-filled horns that showcase generations of artisanal baking. Whether you are biting into a dense, melt-in-your-mouth slice of Boter Koek or a light, airy puff pillow, every morsel offers a sweet, nostalgic celebration of Old World tradition.
727 Franklin Street, Pella IA 50219 https://jaarsmabakery.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Jaarsma Bakery
Dairy-Free at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custom Shaped Letter, Macaroons (12) and Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custom Shaped Letter and Goat Legs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 29 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custom Shaped Letter, Macaroons (12) and Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes, Almond Banket and Almond Horns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 24 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Macaroons (12), Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes and Almond Banket. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 13 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custom Shaped Letter, Almond Horns and Currant Almond Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 27 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custom Shaped Letter, Macaroons (12) and Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Jaarsma Bakery
Jaarsma Bakery in Pella has 7 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Almond Horns, Currant Almond Bread and Almond Sticks (12). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Jaarsma Bakery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pecan Roll | 57.6 g | 29.3 g |
| Currant Almond Bread | 19.6 g | 23.3 g |
| White Walnut Bars | 79.5 g | 22.7 g |
| Creme Horn | 0.1 g | 16.3 g |
| Fruitcake | 125.2 g | 14.2 g |
| Pecan Pie Bar | 135.1 g | 10.7 g |
| St. Nick Cookies (Speculaas) | 17.9 g | 9.4 g |
| Custom Shaped Letter | 78.5 g | 9.1 g |
| Mystery Box | 21.9 g | 8.5 g |
| Royal Family Collection | 82.1 g | 7.5 g |
| Butter Danish | 31.1 g | 6.9 g |
| Dutch Letter | 34.1 g | 6.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-We - Saturday
- 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the perfectly cooked, tender pizzas that serve as a menu highlight, frequently praising the inviting space and reasonable pricing. Reviewers highlight the courteous staff and warm service, noting that the welcoming environment makes for a consistently high-quality dining experience. Standout dishes include the artisanal pizzas, which guests recommend for their excellent texture and balanced flavors.
Menu
Dutch Specialties
- Dutch Letter - $3.25: Almond paste filling wrapped in puff pastry dough topped with sugar, shaped into an 'S' Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Almond Banket - $7.99: Almond paste filling wrapped in flaky puff pastry, sprinkled with sugar, 12 inches long Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Almond Butter Cake (Boter Koek) - $15: Buttery tart pastry with almond filling, butter, honey, sliced almonds, and sugar crystals Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Goat Legs - $0.88 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Custom Shaped Letter - $5.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Pastries and Rolls
- Puff Pillow - $2.25: Puff pastry shells filled with butter cream icing and topped with rock sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Danish - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Strudel - $1.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creme Horn - $2.25 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pecan Roll - $2.25 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pastry Assortment (6) - $13: Combination of 3 pairs: Puff Pillows, Apple Rings, and Almond Crispies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Cookies and Bars
- St. Nick Cookies (Speculaas) - $4.25: Crisp cookies with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves imprinted with traditional Dutch designs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Almond Sticks (12) - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Almond Horns - $2.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Andre's Almond Filled Butter Cookie - $2.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Macaroons (12) - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- White Walnut Bars - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Pecan Pie Bar - $0.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Breads and Cakes
- Dutch Apple Bread - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Currant Almond Bread - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Bread - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fruitcake - $12.15: Traditional 1 pound loaf Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Coffee Cake - $6.49 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Creme Cakes - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Collections and Samplers
- Traditionally Dutch Collection - $64 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Absolutely Almond Collection - $78 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Royal Family Collection - $80 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Soy Free
- Dutchman's Sampler - $53 Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Soy Free
- Jaarsma's Dutch Treat - $35 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Soy Free
- Mystery Box - $40 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaarsma Bakery
- Is Jaarsma Bakery dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Jaarsma Bakery has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custom Shaped Letter, Macaroons (12) and Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes.
- What can I eat at Jaarsma Bakery on a dairy-free diet?
- Custom Shaped Letter, Macaroons (12) and Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Jaarsma Bakery have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Almond Poppyseed Creme Cakes and Almond Banket.
- Is Jaarsma Bakery gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Jaarsma Bakery?
- Pecan Roll, at roughly 29.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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