Delaware removed its sales cap in December 2023. A state permit, home kitchen inspection, and an 8-hour food safety course are required; online sales are not allowed.
Delaware removed its sales cap in December 2023. A state permit, home kitchen inspection, and an 8-hour food safety course are required; online sales are not allowed.
A Delaware cottage food permit (about $30/year) is required.
An 8-hour food safety course is required.
A local business license may be required.
A home kitchen inspection is required.
Not legal advice — label wording and requirements can change. Do your own research with Delaware Division of Public Health before printing labels.
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Yes. Delaware allows home bakers to sell approved homemade goods directly to consumers under its cottage food rules. Delaware removed its sales cap in December 2023. A state permit, home kitchen inspection, and an 8-hour food safety course are required; online sales are not allowed.
Typically allowed items include Cookies, brownies, and bars, Cakes and cupcakes (no cream, custard, or perishable fillings), Quick breads and yeast breads, Pies and pastries (fruit-based, not cream or custard), Candy, fudge, and confections, and similar non-perishable homemade goods. Foods that require refrigeration, such as cream pies and cheesecakes, are generally not allowed. Always confirm the current list with Delaware Division of Public Health.
A Delaware cottage food permit (about $30/year) is required.
Delaware's cottage food annual sales limit is: No statewide sales limit.