Visiting Disney Springs? Time your trip around Gideon’s Bakehouse Hot Cookie Hour for the ultimate dessert, molten cookies topped with creamy ice cream.

HOt Cookie Hour
Photo by Jon Self

Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs has become a must-visit destination for dessert enthusiasts, renowned for its decadent half-pound cookies and immersive atmosphere. Among its many offerings, the “Hot Cookie Hour” stands out as a particularly delightful experience, providing guests with the opportunity to enjoy freshly baked cookies served warm from the oven with a scoop of ice cream. New visitors should be aware that queues to enter Gideon’s Bakehouse can be lengthy. We recommend planning for an average wait of at least 30 minutes.

What is Hot Cookie Hour?

Hot Cookie Hour

Hot Cookie Hour takes place twice daily at Gideon’s Bakehouse, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and also again from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. During these times, guests can indulge in the bakery’s signature Original Chocolate Chip Cookie, served warm and topped with a scoop of locally made Kelly’s Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream. The combination of a gooey, melty cookie and the creamy ice cream creates a delectable treat that’s both comforting and indulgent. This special offering is priced at $10 and is available exclusively at the Disney Springs location.

A Sweet Experience Worth the Hype at Gideon’s Bakehouse Disney Springs

Hot Cookie Hour

Gideon’s Bakehouse functions as more than just a place to grab a sweet treat. It is an experience. Hot Cookie Hour enhances that experience. The appeal of Hot Cookie Hour is in the texture and temperature of the sweet treat. A Gideon Bakehouse cookie qualifies as a reasonably decadent experience all on its own. The cookies are thick, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips or other mix-ins.

However, when served hot with a scoop of ice cream, the cookie turns into something otherworldly. The chips are molten. The interior is soft and gooey, almost like cookie dough. Every bite feels indulgent, warm, rich, and incredibly satisfying.

Hot Cookie Hour also inspires a sense of community at Gideon’s Bakehouse. People plan their visits around it. Locals know to queue early, and tourists often stumble upon it, becoming instant converts. We make frequent visits to Gideon’s Bakehouse for Hot Cookie Hour. If you’re visiting Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs, planning your stop during Hot Cookie Hour is a pro move. Hot Cookie Hour at Gideon’s Bakehouse is more than just a time to enjoy a warm cookie.

Additionally, it is an experience that combines culinary excellence with a touch of whimsy. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned fan, timing your visit to coincide with Hot Cookie Hour can add a delightful highlight to your Disney Springs adventure.

More Than Hot Cookie Hour: Gideon’s Bakehouse

Disney Springs Dining Update
Photo by Jon Self

Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs is celebrated for its rich, nearly half-pound cookies, which are handmade with incredible detail. Each cookie is crafted over 24 hours to achieve its signature thick, chewy texture and intense flavor. Popular offerings include the Original Chocolate Chip, Pistachio Toffee, and the Coffee Cake Cookie, which is only available in the morning. In addition to cookies, Gideon’s features decadent cake slices and unique cold brew flavors.

The atmosphere is just as memorable as the desserts. With a gothic-Victorian design, flickering chandeliers, antique books, and curious artwork, the interior feels like a cross between an old library and a mysterious apothecary. The attention to detail creates an immersive, almost whimsical experience that’s unlike any other bakery. Also, for June 2025, Gideon’s Bakehouse is offering weekly limited-time cookies.

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Jon Self

Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on X/ Twitter or Jon.Self.37 at Instagram. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media world for over a decade. He also writes for several "foodie" sites as well as in the faith-based world.