If you like sweets in Celaya you will find a true paradise. This place has become famous internationally for the elaboration of cajeta (slow-cooked Mexican caramel sauce made with goat's milk). Cajeta can be found in several flavors (primarily caramel or quemada (plain), pine nut, strawberry, wine flavor and other original flavors.

In addition, you can also find other sweets such as jamoncillos (milk fudge made with milk, brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract), obleas (light brown-colored wafers characterized by their round shape), cocadas (coconut based Candy) and marinas (taffy balls covered in walnuts).

The artisans also produce other crafts like: cartonería (uses simple materials of paste, cardboard, and paper to create a diverse array of products) is a tradition among celayense artisans. There are toys and articulated dolls, as well as many items that are used as part of Easter clothing such as helmets and swords.

A good place to buy handicrafts and typical Celaya sweets is Mercado Hidalgo.