Cottage Food Law /US
A structured reference to state cottage food rules

Guide · Selling from home

Can I sell baked goods from home in Florida?

Informational only — not legal advice. Verify every requirement with the official agency cited below before producing or selling food.

Yes, with limits — Florida allows some baked goods but prohibits others.

On Florida's allowed list

  • Loaf breads, rolls, biscuits
  • Cakes, pastries and cookies
  • Fruit pies and dried fruits

FDACS — Cottage Foods (Approved Cottage Food Products) · Verified 2026-09-15

On Florida's prohibited list

  • Bakery goods that require refrigeration, such as cream, custard, or meringue pies and cakes or pastries with cream cheese icings or fillings
  • Focaccia-style breads with vegetables or cheeses

Florida House staff analysis of CS/HB 663 (2021), listing FDACS prohibited cottage foods · Verified 2026-09-15

Status is derived from Florida's official allowed and prohibited foods lists. Even when a food is allowed, you still must meet that state's permit, labeling, and sales-channel rules.

Read the full Florida cottage food page or see the Baked Goods category across states.