3. Coffee Crisps at the Canada Pavilion

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Canadian readers will need to bear with me on this one. This Epcot sweet treat is probably the easiest for guests to miss, particularly if you aren’t familiar with them already. Inside the Canada pavilion’s gift shop, you may notice a humble candy bar in a yellow wrapper called Coffee Crisps.

If you have not had one at this point, purchase one immediately.

Coffee Crisps are a common candy staple in Canada. However, they’re largely non-existent in the US outside of specialty shops (I have seen some at rare Publix stores in Florida in their UK sections). The taste can be compared to a giant Kit-Kat bar with hints of coffee in its creamy layers. A Canadian friend visiting the parks with us pointed them out, and we’ve been hooked ever since.

The wonderful thing about Coffee Crisps compared to other Disney snacks is they’re relatively inexpensive, generally require no wait to purchase, and are easily tastier than the average park fare. You can even grab a few to carry as snacks if the weather isn’t too hot. Either way, don’t miss this national treasure of Canada.

4. Quick Sand at Jungle Navigation Skipper Canteen

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We tried to focus this list mostly on quick service sweet treats. However, with how new Jungle Navigation Skipper Canteen at Magic Kingdom is, this restaurant still remains off most guests’ radars. We’ve gushed before about their delicious vegetarian food and hilarious servers, but there’s another item we loved at this new Adventureland establishment.

We enjoyed all the desserts we tried here (the Kungaloosh! Chocolate Cake was another strong contender), but the Quick Sand stood out among anything else available at Magic Kingdom. Similar to the aforementioned Rice Cream, it’s a rice pudding with a coconut and jasmine rice base. The pudding is paired with a sweet mango sauce, tart lemon curd, pineapple, and a tasty hibiscus merengue. The result is a tasty tropical treat that captures the spirit of Adventureland with a refreshing blend of sweet and sour flavors. It’s a good enough dessert to merit a trip to Jungle Navigation Skipper Canteen just to try it.

5. Strawberry Shortcake and Bircher Muesli at Sunshine Seasons

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Epcot easily takes the cake (no pun intended) for best range of sweet treats. It’s easy to spot these in World Showcase, but one of the best values for a dining plan snack credit can be found at The Land’s Sunshine Seasons food court. While this location is very popular, their wide range of choices can make it easy to miss two of their most unique treats.

In springtime and summer, there’s nothing like a tasty strawberry shortcake. As of our last visit, the shortcake at Sunshine Seasons was still a delicious winner for dessert choices. It’s just heavy enough to sate a sweet tooth while remaining light enough to refresh you in the Florida heat. 

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The Bircher Muesli may not even occur to many guests as a sweet treat, but this tasty cold-oatmeal snack is an excellent choice for a healthy bite that you won’t find elsewhere at Disney. Like Norway’s pastries, it’s sweetness is largely subtle which helps it stand out compared to Sunshine Season’s other breakfast offerings. Particularly for guests looking to satisfy a sugar craving without breaking their diet, the muesli is a delicious choice. It's filling with a pleasing chewy texture and is topped with fresh berries.

Have you tried these? What’s the most unique sweet treat you’ve tried at Disney World?