Establishments throughout the Katy area offer patrons many different options for desserts, including everything from cookies to ice cream to bubble tea.

1. Araya Artisan Chocolate

The Houston-based company handcrafts its gourmet chocolates using French and Belgian techniques. 1575 W. Grand Parkway S., Katy 281-395-1050 www.arayachocolate.com

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2. Cupcakes, Etc.

The shop specializes in customizing cupcakes for various occasions, including birthdays, weddings and baby showers. 9550 Spring Green Blvd., Ste. 406, Katy 281-394-2221 www.cupcakesetceterakaty.com

3. El Kiosko

The company has numerous locations around the Greater Houston area and serves snacks, fruit salads, ice cream and smoothies. 2349 N. Fry Road, Katy 281-717-4974

4. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

The burger chain has an extensive menu of frozen custard items, such as sundaes, concretes and cones. 24433 I-10, Ste. 100, Katy 281-394-2002 www.freddysusa.com

5. Glaze Doughnuts

In addition to designer doughnuts, the shop’s products include tacos, kolaches, croissants and coffee. 5815 Franz Road, Ste. D, Katy 281-574-3345

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6. Great Harvest Bread Company

While named for its made-from-scratch breads, the bakery also offers many goodies, such as brownies, cookies and cake pops. 1623 S. Fry Road, Katy 281-578-3097 www.greatharvestkatytx.com

7. La Argentina Artisanal Gelato

Founded in Venezuela in 1985, the establishment has a factory in Houston and a storefront in Cinco Ranch. 3750 S. Mason Road, Ste. 200, Katy 832-437-1082 http://argentinagelato.com/en

8. La Dolce Via Bakery & Coffee House

The business offers myriad bakery items as well as sandwiches and catering services. 3939 N. Fry Road, Ste. C, Katy 281-398-1206 www.ladolceviabakery.net

9. La France Sweet and Salty

The gourmet bakery offers breads, pastries, crepes and cookies as well as coffee and tea. 22764 Westheimer Parkway, Ste. 670, Katy 281-395-5065

10. Leafology Tea Lounge

The business has two locations in the Katy area that specialize in teas and smoothies and also serve pastries and sweets. www.leafologytealounge.com 10A. 27131 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Ste. 650, Katy 832-913-6030 10B. 9006 S. Fry Road, Ste. B, Katy 832-913-8707

11. Nestle Toll House Cafe

The franchise sells ice cream, frozen yogurt, smoothies and cookie cakes. 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Ste. F120, Katy 281-371-8101 www.nestlecafe.com

12. Nothing Bundt Cakes

The company sells different types of bundts, including tiered and single-serving cakes. 2717 Commercial Center Blvd., E160, Katy 281-394-9262 www.nothingbundtcakes.com/bakery/tx/katy

13. Ooh La La Dessert Boutique

The business has two locations in the Katy area that sell a variety of baked goods and specialty beverages. www.oohlalasweets.com 13A. 20155 Park Row Drive , Katy 281-492-6166 13B. 23920 Westheimer Parkway, Katy 281-391-2253

14. Proud Pie

In addition to pie and quiche, the bakery serves many different beverages, such as coffee, tea, lattes, gourmet hot chocolate and mocktails. 3522 S. Mason Road, Ste. 300, Katy 281-392-2203 www.proudpie.com

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15. Schakolad Chocolate Factory

The chocolatier customizes assorted boxes and also offers sugar-free, low-carb, vegan and kosher options. 2020 S. Fry Road, Ste. D, Katy 832-321-3580 www.schakolad.com/store45

16. Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery

The first Katy-area location of the bakery franchise serves 12 regular cupcake flavors along with rotating seasonal and specialty offerings. 24437 I-10, Ste. 400, Katy 281-394-7455 www.smallcakescupcakery.com

17. Snow Bubble Hut Snow Ice & Bubble Tea

The locally owned store sells more than 80 beverages—including 17 different types of cream slushes. 406 W. Grand Parkway S., Ste. 360, Katy 281-692-7495

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18. Stacked Ice Cream

The shop offers a twist on the ice cream sandwich, selling doughnuts and macarons stuffed with homemade ice cream. 2211 N. Fry Road, Ste. O, Katy 832-321-5003 www.facebook.com/stackedicecream

19. TCBY/Mrs. Fields

The single location sells products from both the TCBY frozen yogurt and Mrs. Fields cookie franchises. 27110 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Ste. 1300, Katy 281-394-9390 www.facebook.com/tcbycincoranch

20. Vivi Bubble Tea

The company specializes in tea-related beverages, including flavored tea, milk tea and slushes. 1540 S. Mason Road, Ste. D, Katy 832-437-1038 www.vivibubbletea.com