Ellington's Neighborhood Bakery & Grocers
From the first crackle of a sourdough crust to the last crumb of a buttery croissant — every batch at The Joy-Full Cup is made the way it should be: slowly, carefully, and with genuine care.
Our Craft
At The Joy-Full Cup, we believe the best breads and pastries aren't rushed. They're given time — long, patient rises, careful folds, and the kind of attention that turns simple flour, water, and butter into something worth gathering around.
Every morning, our ovens are lit before the town wakes. We bake in small batches so every loaf, every tart, and every cookie reaches your hands at its peak — warm, fragrant, and unmistakably fresh.
Fresh from the oven every morning — never day-old, never mass-produced.
Real butter, stone-ground flours, locally sourced eggs — nothing artificial.
Every recipe carries the warmth of a family-owned shop that cares.
Proudly serving Ellington and the surrounding community with every order.
From Our Oven
From crusty loaves to delicate pastries, and everything you need for a well-stocked kitchen — all made or curated right here in Ellington.
Sourdough, ciabatta, focaccia, and seasonal specialties — each loaf proofed slowly and baked to a deep, crackling golden crust.
Buttery croissants, flaky danishes, fruit tarts, and hand-piped éclairs — made fresh each morning for that perfect first bite.
Chewy chocolate chip, brown butter snickerdoodles, and seasonal treats — the kind of cookies you'll find yourself coming back for.
Custom cakes for birthdays, weddings, and quiet Sunday mornings alike — because every occasion deserves something made with care.
Locally sourced jams, small-batch preserves, artisan coffees, and carefully selected staples to fill out your kitchen.
Rich, locally roasted coffee, fresh juices, and warm drinks to pair perfectly with your favorite pastry — the ideal morning ritual.
Our Story
The Joy-Full Cup began with a simple conviction: that the best food comes from people who care, and that a neighborhood bakery should feel like a place where everyone belongs.
Tucked on North Second Street in the heart of Ellington, our little shop has become a gathering place — for morning coffee and a warm croissant, for weekend bread runs, and for the kind of conversations that happen when someone takes the time to make things by hand.
We're not a chain. We're not anonymous. When you walk through our door, you're greeted by name, and every loaf that leaves our kitchen carries a piece of the care we put into this community.
180 N 2nd St, Ellington, MO 63638
In the heart of downtown Ellington
There's something about the smell of fresh bread that makes a neighborhood feel like home. We're just lucky enough to be that place for you.
The Joy-Full Cup, Ellington
Come Visit Us
180 N 2nd St
Ellington, MO 63638
Monday – Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Have a question, special order, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you.
Thank You!
We've received your message and will get back to you soon.
