Breakfast
Plain Croissant
72 hours of cold fermentation and layer upon layer of French butter. Honest, golden, Swiss.
$4.00
Hand-laminated · Baked daily · Biddeford, Maine
Swiss-inspiredbakery in Biddeford.Baked daily, by hand.
Hand-laminated croissants, century-old pastries and small-batch chocolates — made from scratch on Alfred Street, in downtown Biddeford.
- Trained in
- Switzerland
- Pick-up
- Tue – Sun
- Hours
- 7 – 2
The Window
Today on the counter.
The full catalog of what we bake — organized the way our shelves are. Add what you love to your order and pick it up fresh.
Stock updates in real time. Our counter and this website share the same count — when something sells in the bakery, it comes off the online total too. What you see is what we have.
Breakfast
Croissants laminated over three days, weekend brioches and the soft Swiss rolls of our childhood.
BreakfastPain au Chocolat
Our flagship laminated dough wrapped around two batons of single-origin dark chocolate.
$4.50- Breakfast
Almond Croissant
Twice-baked with almond cream, toasted slivers and a soft kiss of powdered sugar.
$6.00 
BreakfastHam & Cheese Croissant
Italian Bresaola and aged Appenzeller cheese tucked into a flaky butter croissant.
$6.50
WeekendBreakfastVanilla Crème Croissant
Our flaky croissant generously filled with Tahitian vanilla pastry crème. Weekend special.
$4.50
WeekendBreakfastOrange Brioche · Hazelnut Crème
Buttery orange-scented brioche filled with house-made hazelnut pastry crème.
$5.00- Breakfast
Berliner
Old-world fried yeast doughnut filled with raspberry jam and vanilla-scented sugar.
$4.00 
BreakfastBlueberry & Lemon Scone
Buttery scone studded with Maine blueberries and brightened with candied lemon.
$4.00- Breakfast
Nuss Schnecken
Moist and tender nut spiral pastry drizzled with a delicate vanilla glaze.
$5.50 
BreakfastChocolate Weggli
A classic from Basel — a soft white roll generously studded with chocolate pieces.
$3.00
BreakfastSeasonal Quiche
Buttery shortcrust filled with seasonal vegetables and aged Appenzeller cheese.
$6.00
WeekendBreakfastFruit Danish
Pillowy danish dough cradling seasonal fruit, vanilla custard and a thin glaze.
$6.00
Breads
Naturally leavened, slow-fermented loaves baked in stone-deck ovens before dawn.
BreadsZopf
The Sunday loaf of the Swiss table — enriched with milk and butter, brushed with egg yolk, braided by hand.
$7.00
BreadsMaine Grains Whole Wheat
Naturally leavened whole wheat sourdough. Dense, fragrant, alive.
$6.50
BreadsDaily Focaccia
Olive-oil rich focaccia, dimpled, finished with rosemary and flaky sea salt.
$5.00
Pastries
Desserts inspired by the Swiss countryside, plated for the Maine table.
GFPastriesSeasonal Financier
Almond and brown-butter cake crowned with the fruit of the season.
$9.00
PastriesChocolate & Raspberry Streusel Kuchen
Pound cake topped with salty, sweet and crunchy pieces of vanilla streusel.
$7.00
PastriesBaileys Bread & Butter Pudding
Thick slices of buttery brioche-style bread baked slowly in a Baileys custard.
$7.50
PastriesSeasonal Chocolate Tart
Dark chocolate seasonal ganache with fluid gel and cocoa nibs.
$7.50
PastriesCrème Puff
Choux pastry, Tahitian vanilla diplomat cream and a crackling craquelin lid.
$4.00
GFPastriesBlack Forest
Three layers of distinctive Black Forest flavor — kirsch pannacotta, cherry coulis, chocolate cremeux. Gluten-free.
$8.00
PastriesLemon Square
Buttery shortbread base and a vibrant lemon curd, finished with a dusting of sugar.
$7.00
PastriesSeasonal Vanilla Kuchen
Fresh fruit baked into vanilla custard, cradled by a sweet dough tart shell.
$6.00
Cookies
Buttery, spiced, jam-filled — the snacking tradition of every Swiss kitchen.
CookiesChocolate Chip Cookie
Brown-butter dough and dark chocolate chunks. Best slightly warm.
$3.00
CookiesSpitzbub
A sandwich shortbread cookie filled with bright raspberry jam.
$3.00
CookiesChocolate Sablé
Crunchy chocolate sablé with chocolate chunks. Three pieces per bag.
$6.00
CookiesBasler Läckerli
A 700-year-old Basel recipe — honey, almonds, candied orange, spices and Kirschwasser. Six pieces.
$7.00
Granola
Toasted oats, nuts and dried fruit — perfect with yogurt, milk or by the handful.
GranolaHouse Granola
Slow-toasted oats, maple syrup, pecans, almonds, sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds. Crunchy clusters, jar-ready.
In-store only
New this summer
Cool down with ourcold drinks.
Hibiscus iced teas, lemonades, and seasonal cold brews — made in-house with the same care as everything else we bake.
Matterhorn · Swiss Alps
Where the craftwas first learned.
In the quiet shadow of the Matterhorn, time moves differently. Lamination is measured in hours, fermentation in days, mastery in years. The Alps taught us a patience that still shapes every loaf, every truffle, every croissant we bake on Main Street, Biddeford.
Scroll into the Alps
01 / 05·Vitznau, Switzerland
Two paths converge
Lake Lucerne
Biddeford, Maine
Heart of Biddeford
Main Street
About us
From Swiss rootsto Biddeford's heart.
The story of Edelweiss is a 19-year journey across continents — fueled by a shared passion for the culinary arts and a deep respect for heritage.
- 012007Vitznau, Switzerland
Two paths converge
Alex Weissenfluh, an 18-year-old from Hartly, Delaware, moves across the Atlantic to reconnect with his father's Swiss roots. Valentina, a 19-year-old from Managua, Nicaragua, arrives with a background steeped in hospitality, arts and marketing from her family's businesses.
- 022007 – 2008Lake Lucerne
12 months of fundamentals
Twelve intense months mastering the fundamentals of European cuisine — from the delicate tempering of chocolate and the science of regional breads to the artistry of fine dining.
- 03Nov 2020Biddeford, Maine
A licensed home kitchen
Settled in Biddeford, Alex and Valentina begin a small-scale chocolate production from a licensed home kitchen. Farmers' markets and collaborations with local businesses in Biddeford and Kennebunk give the community its first taste.
- 042020 – 2023Heart of Biddeford
Four years of preparation
Mentorship through SCORE, rigorous planning, food cost analysis and business modeling. Community building with the Heart of Biddeford. The transition from home kitchen to storefront is a labor of love and strategy.
- 05Jan 2024Main Street
The doors open
Edelweiss Pastry Shop officially opens its doors. A dedicated team of three bakers embrace the baker's life — including those quiet 2 AM shifts where the magic happens.
“We aren't just baking bread and tempering chocolate; we are sharing a piece of our history and the culture that shaped us.”
Today, Alex, Valentina and a dedicated team of three bakers couldn't be more proud to be a thread in the fabric of this thriving community. Seeing the people of Biddeford show up for them every single day the doors are open is the greatest reward for their 19-year journey.
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Two corners of the bakery worth your attention.
Loved in Biddeford
What our guests are saying.
“The pastries and chocolates looked amazing! One of the best ham & cheese croissants I have ever had. The cream puff with hazelnut cream was also delectable. The chocolates were perfect. This place is legit. I highly recommend.”
Erik HayesLocal Guide
via Google2 days ago
“Simply amazing pastries! I've never been upset with anything I've gotten from here. I can 100% recommend this place for pastries and coffee!”
Andrew CaronLocal Guide
via Google5 weeks ago
“Every single pastry we tried was absolutely incredible — beautifully made, perfectly balanced, and not overly sweet. It feels like a small European bakery: refined, fresh, and clearly made with care.”
Jen Small
via Google5 weeks ago
“The lemon bar was by far one of the best I've had in the states, if not ever. The hazelnut cream filled roll was also top notch. This place is a must — I'm looking forward to next time!”
C. James Ford
via Google5 weeks ago
“All the pastries are exceptional! You're bound to find one (or more) for your choosing — flaky crusts, rich and velvety creams or gooey, nutty, sugary spices.”
Matthew GallLocal Guide
via Google7 weeks ago
“SUPERB. Pastries that will transport you to Europe. Laminated dough mastery. Balanced flavors that allow the quality of her ingredients to shine.”
Miriam RohiniLocal Guide
via Google18 weeks ago
“The most adorable and delicious pastry shop! We just finished one of the most amazing croissants I've ever had. A great stop for gifts of truffle boxes and baked goods. I highly recommend a stop in!”
Tara Long
via Google22 weeks ago
“Do yourself a favor and go here. The pastries and handmade chocolates are to die for. Perfect for small boxes for special little holiday gifts… or at least that was my excuse.”
Mark SiladiLocal Guide
via Google27 weeks ago
“Best almond croissant I've had for years, and it matches that Montreal croissant I still remember from years back. Seriously good.”
eliza anderson
via Google31 weeks ago
“The best bakery in Biddeford and surrounding areas. All the chocolates are delicious.”
Aitor Colino
via Google16 weeks ago
“The pastries and chocolates looked amazing! One of the best ham & cheese croissants I have ever had. The cream puff with hazelnut cream was also delectable. The chocolates were perfect. This place is legit. I highly recommend.”
Erik HayesLocal Guide
via Google2 days ago
“Simply amazing pastries! I've never been upset with anything I've gotten from here. I can 100% recommend this place for pastries and coffee!”
Andrew CaronLocal Guide
via Google5 weeks ago
“Every single pastry we tried was absolutely incredible — beautifully made, perfectly balanced, and not overly sweet. It feels like a small European bakery: refined, fresh, and clearly made with care.”
Jen Small
via Google5 weeks ago
“The lemon bar was by far one of the best I've had in the states, if not ever. The hazelnut cream filled roll was also top notch. This place is a must — I'm looking forward to next time!”
C. James Ford
via Google5 weeks ago
“All the pastries are exceptional! You're bound to find one (or more) for your choosing — flaky crusts, rich and velvety creams or gooey, nutty, sugary spices.”
Matthew GallLocal Guide
via Google7 weeks ago
“SUPERB. Pastries that will transport you to Europe. Laminated dough mastery. Balanced flavors that allow the quality of her ingredients to shine.”
Miriam RohiniLocal Guide
via Google18 weeks ago
“The most adorable and delicious pastry shop! We just finished one of the most amazing croissants I've ever had. A great stop for gifts of truffle boxes and baked goods. I highly recommend a stop in!”
Tara Long
via Google22 weeks ago
“Do yourself a favor and go here. The pastries and handmade chocolates are to die for. Perfect for small boxes for special little holiday gifts… or at least that was my excuse.”
Mark SiladiLocal Guide
via Google27 weeks ago
“Best almond croissant I've had for years, and it matches that Montreal croissant I still remember from years back. Seriously good.”
eliza anderson
via Google31 weeks ago
“The best bakery in Biddeford and surrounding areas. All the chocolates are delicious.”
Aitor Colino
via Google16 weeks ago
Ordering guide
How to order fromour online store.
Shopping with us is easy. Five things to know before you place your order — so the moment you walk in, your bag is already packed. No surprises.
Quick reference
- Availability
- Live stock — shared between bakery & website
- Pick-Up Time
- Hourly slots — note specific times in Special Instructions
- Bulk Orders
- Online caps apply · Call us to bypass
- Loyalty Points
- Earned & redeemed in-person at the counter
- Delivery
- Not available yet — in-store pick-up only
Visit the bakery
Come say grüezi.
You will find us in downtown Biddeford, just off Main Street — Maine's little corner of the Swiss Alps. The bench is always full of pastry, and we love seeing new faces.
Bakery hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 7am – 2pm
- Wednesday
- 7am – 2pm
- Thursday
- 7am – 2pm
- Friday
- 7am – 2pm
- Saturday
- 8am – 2pm
- Sunday
- 8am – 2pm
Closed Mondays. Hours may shift slightly around holidays — keep an eye on our Instagram for special bakes.