Utah offers two paths: unlimited sales with no registration under the Food Freedom Act (direct-to-consumer only), or a traditional cottage food registration capped at $50,000/year that also allows retail sales.
Utah offers two paths: unlimited sales with no registration under the Food Freedom Act (direct-to-consumer only), or a traditional cottage food registration capped at $50,000/year that also allows retail sales.
No registration under the Food Freedom Act; a $50 registration and inspection for the traditional cottage food path.
Not required under the Food Freedom Act.
A local business license may be required.
Not required under the Food Freedom Act; required for the traditional path.
Not legal advice — label wording and requirements can change. Do your own research with Utah Department of Agriculture and Food before printing labels.
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Yes. Utah allows home bakers to sell approved homemade goods directly to consumers under its cottage food rules. Utah offers two paths: unlimited sales with no registration under the Food Freedom Act (direct-to-consumer only), or a traditional cottage food registration capped at $50,000/year that also allows retail sales.
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 Utah Department of Agriculture and Food.
No registration under the Food Freedom Act; a $50 registration and inspection for the traditional cottage food path.
Utah's cottage food annual sales limit is: No limit (Food Freedom Act) · $50,000/year (traditional cottage food, retail allowed).