Home Bakers & Cottage Food Makers in Osceola County, Florida
Osceola County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Kissimmee, St. Cloud, Celebration. Under Florida Statute 500.80, these makers can sell non-potentially hazardous foods from their home kitchens with no commercial license required.
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Wishing Star Bakehouse
Sweet Treats Worth Wishing For
Gourmet Cookies • Cake Pops Sweet Treats • Custom Orders
Deliada Home Bakery
Custom cookies, cakes & corporate event desserts
Florida cottage bakery specializing in custom desserts for events and special occasions. Delivers to Disney resorts and Orlando area hotels. Offers gourmet stuffed cookies, custom cakes, themed treats, and corporate logo cookies with nationwide shipping.
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Farmers Markets in Osceola County
Recurring markets where Osceola County cottage food makers sell directly to customers. Schedules shift seasonally — tap a market for directions and verify hours before you go.
See all Florida farmers markets →Local Requirements in Osceola County
Selling cottage food itself needs no local food license — Florida Statute 500.80 preempts it. What may apply are general home-based-business rules. Always confirm current details with the county before you start.
Local Business Tax Receipt
Anyone providing merchandise or services, including a sole proprietor or home-based business, must obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt to operate. The annual receipt is $30.00, renewed July 1 through September 30. Short-term (new) receipts are prorated: Oct 1-Mar 31 = $30.00, Apr 1-Jun 30 = $15.00, Jul 1-Sep 30 = $45.00.
Renewal: September 30 (annual renewal period July 1 – September 30)
Apply / detailsHome Occupation & Zoning
Home-based businesses require a Residential Business – Home Occupation Review zoning permit, with a $100.00 zoning review fee, before the Local Business Tax Receipt is issued.
Home occupations reviewed through county zoning (Residential Business – Home Occupation Review). Florida's Home-Based Business Act (F.S. 559.955) limits local regulation of home-based businesses and exempts many from a local Certificate of Use.
Inside city limits?
Businesses located inside the cities of Kissimmee or St. Cloud must also obtain a city business tax receipt from that municipality in addition to the county receipt.
Notes
F.S. 500.80 preempts local FOOD permitting for cottage food operations; this row covers general home-business requirements only. Note the $100 Home Occupation Review fee is in addition to the $30 receipt.
⚠️ HOA or deed restrictions can still bar a home food business even where the county allows it — check yours.
Compiled 2026-08-03 from county tax collectors, FDACS, and Florida Statutes 500.80 / 205 / 559.955. Educational information only — not legal advice. Verify current requirements with Osceola County before selling.
Cottage Food FAQ — Osceola County
Do I need a license to sell cottage food in Osceola County, Florida?+
No state license is required. Under Florida Statute 500.80, cottage food operations need no state permit, inspection, or registration to sell approved non-hazardous homemade foods, up to $250,000 in gross sales per year. However, Osceola County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
Do I need a business tax receipt in Osceola County?+
Anyone providing merchandise or services, including a sole proprietor or home-based business, must obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt to operate. The annual receipt is $30.00, renewed July 1 through September 30. Short-term (new) receipts are prorated: Oct 1-Mar 31 = $30.00, Apr 1-Jun 30 = $15.00, Jul 1-Sep 30 = $45.00.
Do I also need a city business tax receipt in Osceola County?+
Businesses located inside the cities of Kissimmee or St. Cloud must also obtain a city business tax receipt from that municipality in addition to the county receipt.
Can I run a cottage food business from my home in Osceola County?+
Home-based businesses require a Residential Business – Home Occupation Review zoning permit, with a $100.00 zoning review fee, before the Local Business Tax Receipt is issued. Home occupations reviewed through county zoning (Residential Business – Home Occupation Review). Florida's Home-Based Business Act (F.S. 559.955) limits local regulation of home-based businesses and exempts many from a local Certificate of Use.
Who do I contact about cottage food rules in Osceola County?+
Osceola County Tax Collector (Office of Bruce Vickers): 407-742-4000 — https://osceolataxcollector.org. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Osceola County: 407-343-2000. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
Setting up your Osceola County cottage food business?
Cottage food needs no state license — but many farmers markets require proof of liability insurance, and forming an LLC keeps your personal and business finances separate.
Business liability insurance
General & product liability for food & market vendors, from ~$30/mo. Many markets require proof of coverage.
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Osceola County is part of Florida's growing cottage food community. Under Florida Statute 500.80, home-based food producers can sell non-potentially hazardous foods directly to consumers without needing a commercial kitchen, food establishment license, or state inspection.
Popular cottage food products in Osceola County include baked goods like cookies, cakes, and breads, as well as jams, honey, granola, candies, and dried herbs. All products must be properly labeled with ingredients, allergens, net weight, and the required cottage food disclaimer.
Whether you're in Kissimmee or St. Cloud, you can find homemade products or start your own cottage food business. Browse our guides and free tools to get started, or browse all makers across Florida.