Florida raised its cottage food sales cap to $250,000/year — one of the highest in the country. No state permit or food handler course is required to sell.
Florida raised its cottage food sales cap to $250,000/year — one of the highest in the country. No state permit or food handler course is required to sell.
No state permit required for cottage food operations.
Not required for cottage food operations.
A local business license may be required.
Not required for cottage food operations.
Not legal advice — label wording and requirements can change. Do your own research with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services before printing labels.
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Yes. Florida allows home bakers to sell approved homemade goods directly to consumers under its cottage food rules. Florida raised its cottage food sales cap to $250,000/year — one of the highest in the country. No state permit or food handler course is required to sell.
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 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
No state permit required for cottage food operations.
Florida's cottage food annual sales limit is: $250,000 per year.