Welcome to Kilwins, the perfect destination for all things sweet and chocolatey. Nestled in the heart of Holland, Michigan, Kilwins is home to our special handcrafted desserts. Our menu has expanded since the 1940s, so you will never run out of options. Drop by our Holland chocolate store after the Tulip Time Festival or enjoy Mackinac Island Fudge after a trip to the lakefront.
Our mission here at Kilwins is to share our love of chocolates with the world. Our products are all carefully crafted by hand. Here at Kilwins, the customers are our priority, so we always do our best to present beautiful and delicious desserts that satisfy cravings and brighten up days.
The hardest part about taking on a journey with Kilwins is not being able to decide which treat to get! Fortunately, you can ask for free samples, and we will be happy to give you a sneak peek of what Kilwins has to offer. Choose from our iconic caramel apples, boxed chocolates, our rainbow of ice cream flavors, and more. There’s plenty for everyone!
Driven by their love of all things sweet, founders Don and Katy Kilwin got into the dessert business back in 1947. They started by selling chocolates and baked goods before they were able to grow into the Kilwins products we know today. Among this historic lineup are our proprietary TUTTLE™ Nut Clusters, Chocolate Bark, and, of course, our Original Recipe Ice Cream.
Here at Kilwins, we combine old-school techniques with modern technology. We have mastered the art of dipping and decorating all our desserts by hand since our doors first opened. For example, doing everything by hand while investing in temperature-controlled vehicles and storage facilities is our recipe for success. Our Holland chocolate store always puts our best foot forward and makes our treats look and taste exactly how our founders envisioned.
We have three simple values: Treat others the way you want to be treated, do your best, and have fun. We apply these values in our everyday operations as we strive to become the best versions of ourselves and create desserts that create joy and positivity.
With exceptional customer service and a dedicated team of in-house confectioners, Kilwins aims to be a place where people can be comfortable and experience the finer things. Our purpose is to make magic and make people happy—the driving forces behind everything we do.
Kilwins has been using recipes from the founders, Don and Katy Kilwin themselves. We uphold the tradition of sticking to the recipe we know while also innovating and coming up with new ones along the way. The result is a wide range of treats with flavors everyone can enjoy.
Kilwins controls the entire process, from handcrafting each piece to ensuring they end up on store shelves looking and tasting absolutely perfect. Our Holland chocolate store uses a mix of both new equipment and some Heritage equipment (that dates way back to the 40s).
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121 Butler Street
(269)-857-1195
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101 Washington Ave.
(616) 935-7609
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146 Monroe Center St NW #146
(616) 608-6574
Along with our award-winning chocolate, we are also the number one Holland ice cream store. When you need to cool down after a long, tiring day, you are always welcome to try our Original Recipe Ice Cream, which is a staple of Kilwins. Our ice cream counter is never without customers trying out free samples or taking a freshly cooked waffle cone on the go.
Our ice cream journey started in 1985, and over the years, we have dedicated ourselves to perfecting this dessert until it was the best it could possibly be. We are proud to call our ice cream “Super-Premium” with a consistency and deliciousness that you cannot find in other ice cream parlors.
Like with our chocolates and candy, we don’t use just any milk to make our ice cream. Our customers deserve the best, so we only source our dairy from trusted family farms, giving it that rich and creamy taste. Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream is also Kosher-certified, just like many of our other proprietary products.
At Kilwins, we run and operate our own climate-controlled vehicles to transport our ice cream. Our packaging is also specialized to maintain an ideal temperature and consistency. Every step of the process is carefully monitored so that the first bite of ice cream is flawless every time.
When trying a scoop of our Original Recipe Ice Cream, get ready for an explosion of flavor.
You can’t go wrong with classic flavors like chocolate, mint chocolate, and vanilla. Of course, there is always room to be more adventurous, which is what our assorted flavors are all about. Take a bite of our unique flavors exclusive to Kilwins at our Holland ice cream store.
No ice cream would be complete without toppings, like our famous Mackinac Island Fudge, chocolate chips, marshmallows, nuts, and more. Let your imagination run wild as you create amazing combinations. We are all about the customers; we want to give them as many options as possible. After picking your base and toppings, finish it off with a delicious waffle cone for a delicious blend of soft creaminess with a warm waffle crunch.
We earned the title of the best Holland ice cream store because of our commitment to quality and customer experience. We go the extra mile to make the most premium ice cream selection possible with exclusive flavors. From our locally sourced dairy to our Kilwins-owned climate control vehicles, we always put the customer first and handle all our products with the utmost care before they reach store shelves.
Our dedication starts long before the chocolates go in little boxes; we also carefully review the health and growth of our cocoa trees, which produce the cocoa beans that we use to create our well-famous chocolate.
Kilwins has a wide selection of chocolate, ranging from truffle to nut, as well as our trademark TUTTLE™ Nut Caramels. We are also proud of our Heritage chocolate, which comes in classic milk, white, or dark.
Yes, you can place orders for special events from our Holland chocolate store. If you are creating a gift basket for your loved one for Valentine’s Day or a box of assorted chocolates to share with your friends, Kilwins is the best place to help with that! Ask about our party favors, too!
Our Mackinac Island Fudge stands out for being one of the most popular items in our Holland chocolate store. We make our fudge the same way they do on Mackinac Island. Whether you go with a classic or creative fudge flavor, you’ll be transported to Mackinac Island. Now you can sample that world-famous, made-on-marble-countertops treat without traveling 300 miles to get to the Island.
Some of our other special chocolate treats include chocolate-dipped cookies, marshmallows, or caramel apples.
Kilwins offers seasonal items, like our holiday-themed chocolates or limited-edition ice cream flavors. Head over to our Holland chocolate shop when you get the chance—you might be surprised at the new sweets in our gleaming cases.
Yes, Kilwins offers gift cards, which you can give your friends or loved ones as gifts. Stop by to purchase one.
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