Everybody loves the smell of fresh bread and the taste of a delicious baked treat.

And, for those who aren't a baker or skilled in the kitchen, we happily rely on our local bakery for all our bread and baked goods needs.

Whether it is a cinnamon scroll, crusty sourdough loaf, soft white rolls or cheesy vegemite scroll, there is no shortage of love for baked goods.

While some of us could eat any bread or baked goods and be happy, some bakery items sell better than others and top the popularity list.

Below are some of the most popular and best selling bakery items:

• Finger buns
• Scones
• Vanilla slice
• Vegemite scrolls
• Focaccia
• Pies
• Sausage rolls
• Vienna loaf
• Cob loaf
• Bread rolls
• Sourdough
• Breadsticks
• Croissants

• Doughnuts, brownies, muffins, cookies and cakes are also hugely popular bakery items.