Sweet Potato Sensations

Sweet Potato Sensations is an iconic Detroit bakery that has been delighting customers since 1987, founded by Jeffery and Cassandra Thomas. What started as a simple sweet potato cookie recipe created for Thanksgiving has transformed into a beloved community institution. The bakery moved to its current location on Lahser Road in 2009, expanding from a quaint 750-square-foot space near the Redford Theater to a full-service bakery with dining space. The menu has evolved beyond its famous sweet potato cookies and pies to include savory offerings like sweet potato waffles, chicken and waffles, soups, sandwiches, and salmon croquettes. Sweet Potato Sensations gained national recognition when featured on ABC's The Chew in 2015, and in 2016, Hillary Clinton visited during her Detroit campaign, ordering the Black Eye Pea & Collard Green Soup with Sweet Potato Cornbread and Sweet Potato Cobbler with Sweet Potato Ice Cream. The bakery celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2017, honoring its mission to revolutionize the sweet potato and continue the legacy of agricultural pioneer George Washington Carver. Open Thursday through Sunday, Sweet Potato Sensations offers catering services for events ranging from office parties to home celebrations, continuing to serve as a cornerstone of the Detroit community.