Yes, you can legally sell food from home in Florida under the cottage food law. You can sell non-perishable foods like baked goods, jams, and granola directly to consumers—no license required if you stay under $250,000/year in sales.
Complete step-by-step guide to starting your cottage food business under Florida law.
Florida's cottage food law allows you to sell non-perishable foods that don't require refrigeration. This includes:
NOT Allowed:
Perishable items requiring refrigeration (cheesecakes, cream pies, meat products, fresh pasta, milk-based products, canned goods requiring pressure canning)
Every product you sell must have a label that includes:
Under cottage food law, you can sell:
Cottage food operations in Florida have a $250,000 annual gross sales limit. If you exceed this, you'll need to transition to a licensed food establishment.
💡 Pro Tip: Track your income carefully. You don't need to register with the state, but you DO need to report income to the IRS like any business.
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