Minnesota uses a two-tier system: a free registration tier up to about $7,665/year, and a $50 registration tier up to $78,000/year that requires a more thorough food safety course.
Minnesota uses a two-tier system: a free registration tier up to about $7,665/year, and a $50 registration tier up to $78,000/year that requires a more thorough food safety course.
Free annual registration for the lower tier; $50 registration for the higher tier.
A free online training is required for the lower tier; a more thorough food safety course is required for the higher tier.
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 Minnesota Department of Agriculture before printing labels.
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Yes. Minnesota allows home bakers to sell approved homemade goods directly to consumers under its cottage food rules. Minnesota uses a two-tier system: a free registration tier up to about $7,665/year, and a $50 registration tier up to $78,000/year that requires a more thorough food safety course.
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 Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
Free annual registration for the lower tier; $50 registration for the higher tier.
Minnesota's cottage food annual sales limit is: Up to $78,000 per year (tiered registration).