Mud Pie

Looking for a new hangout? A place with a cool vibe where you can kick back and relax with a nice cuppa joe and a sweet treat? Might I suggest Mud Pie? My husband and I *love* this place. Co-owners Ashley and Michael Valverde and Sharon Hughes opened Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffeehouse earlier this year. They specialize in the most decadent treats you can imagine—and they are completely compassionate (score!).

Mud Pie is located in Kansas City, Missouri, on historic 39th Street West in a cute yellow house that was converted into a coffeehouse years ago. Mud Pie has a relaxed, cozy atmosphere. The colorful rooms offer ample seating (and free wifi) and the walls are adorned with local artwork that is available for purchase. Contributing to the atmosphere is the friendly environment—everybody is so kind. Mud Pie offers a generous selection of treats, as well has a wide variety of gourmet coffees, teas and hot cocoas. While we haven’t yet tried any of their drinks (although we’ve heard nothing but praise for them), we have enjoyed a number of their other creations. Here’s a small sample: Every Saturday morning they bake fresh cinnamon rolls that are crazy good, perfectly soft and chewy.

Mud Pie’s muffins, including the blueberry, mini pumpkin and mini strawberry ones shown below, are light and moist.

Ha Has, a cruelty-free take on the Hostess Ho Hos, are so much better than the original. There’s no comparison to the freshness and flavor of this indulgent treat.

This Peanut Butter Rice Krispy Treat is the best we’ve ever had.

If savory is more your thing, you’re in luck. Among other things, they have amazing scones that are perfectly bready and herby. Shown below are the Tomato Artichoke and the Cheddar and Jalapeño Scones.

Hungry yet? Stop by Mud Pie! They are open seven days a week, and they are working hard to increase their selection for people that have certain dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free goods on Wednesdays and low-glycemic fare that is diabetic-friendly on Sundays. In the next few weeks they will also be adding a small lunch menu, featuring things like sandwiches and soups, so stay tuned. B. Crew