“The best croissants I have had in the United States, by far.”

Kyla Davis, a member of Central Electric

Being at the beach always heightens appetites, and our readers have found the perfect place for a morning indulgence to keep the tastebuds happy.

Scratchmade Snackery in Hatteras is known for making everything from scratch in the style of a European patisserie. Choices abound: croissants, danishes, muffins and scones (all of which are offered up in several different flavors that may change daily), pain au chocolat, mocha morning rolls, cinnamon rolls, pecan sticky buns, and glazed monkey and glazed hippo, which are both made of chopped up croissant dough that is tossed in cinnamon sugar, baked in loaf pans and then glazed.

A selection of breads like biscuits, sourdough loaves and baguettes, cookies (try their signature Snickerdoodle Sammich), dessert bars, and gluten-free offerings all make a beach trip even more satisfying.