Montana’s Favorite Dessert is a Sweet Camping Obsession

Every state in the United States boasts its own most famous dessert. We all know and love apple pie as the classic American treat, but there's a whole array of other delicious surprises out there.

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Take Minnesota, for example. Ever indulged in a Bundt cake? You can thank H. David Dalquist, the brain behind Nordic Ware and its iconic Bundt pans. His creation in the 1950s was inspired by a cherished mold that belonged to someone's European grandma.

South Dakota's got a sweet tooth that's a fusion of Norwegian and German-Russian vibes. Their official state dessert? The German kuchen—a coffee-cake-like wonder filled with custard and often loaded with apples. It's like a tasty blend of two rich heritages in every bite.

Krumkake, a traditional Norwegian cookie in North Dakota, boasts a texture reminiscent of a waffle cone. It resembles a thin, rolled crepe enjoyed in a manner similar to a waffle cone, minus the ice cream filling. North Dakota is also known for Chippers.

Now, turn your attention to Montana, where the Spanish word "montaña," meaning mountain, echoes through the landscape. Montana has no official state dessert, so many have dubbed s'mores as the state's unofficial favorite sweet treat due to Montana's many hiking and camping opportunities.

The marriage of toasted marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers epitomizes cozy evenings under the stars, fitting seamlessly into the state's outdoor culture.

The dessert scene across the states is like a giant buffet of flavors and stories, but what if you could embark on a road trip solely dedicated to desserts? Picture a journey winding through the diverse flavors and histories of America's sweetest treats.

Where to begin?