Sister Sue’s Bakery – Gluten Free in Laingsburg, MI
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Sister Sue’s Bakery is a home based Gluten Free business in Laingsburg, MI. All of her baked goods are also dairy free, peanut free, and tree nut free.
Who Own’s Sister Sue’s Bakery?
Macee Patrick owns Sister Sue’s Bakery. She started this business after baking for her father who has Celiac Disease, and her own gluten intolerance. Her passion to create excellent gluten free baked goods even inspired her to attend culinary school.
Is the space where you make your baked foods 100% dedicated gluten free?
The only gluten we have in our home is store bought bread, for other family members. We keep it in a completely separate compartment in the fridge.
We also have a small amount of non-gluten-free crackers stored in a separate cupboard away from all baking products. No wheat flour is present in our house.
What inspired you to become a baker?
I’ve always loved baking, even when I was younger. I constantly experimented with recipes and trying fun flavor combinations. Recently, I created an orange lemon poppyseed “cinnamon” roll flavor and was thrilled with how they turned out!
I attended Escoffier School of Culinary Arts online for Baking & Pastry Arts through their two-year program. I completed all of my assignments with gluten free, and dairy free ingredients.
That training taught me so many new techniques that helped me grow both creatively and professionally as a baker. The program gave me an even deeper understanding of baking science and helped me continue improving my recipes and products.
It took a lot of trial and error (and definitely some tears along the way), but now I have recipes that I’m truly proud of.
What’s Your Background in Gluten Free Baking?
I started focusing on allergy-friendly baking because of both my dad and myself. My dad has had celiac disease for 23 years. Personally, I’ve lived with a gluten intolerance for the past 11 years. Over time, I realized how difficult it can be to find desserts that are both safe and genuinely enjoyable to eat.
What’s the Story Behind the Name of Your Business?
Another huge inspiration for me was my brother, Cayden. Sadly he passed away from cancer when I was 12 years old. He was always encouraging me to never give up and to keep pursuing the things I loved.
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized how much that encouragement shaped me. He’s a big reason why I believe I can pursue my dream of owning a bakery someday. He’s also the inspiration behind the name “Sister Sue’s Bakery.” Growing up, he always called me “Sister Sue.” I wanted him to still be part of this journey with me in some way.
One of the things that pushed me toward gluten free baking was frustration with the lack of good options available in stores. So many gluten-free desserts I tried were expensive, dry, crumbly, or disappointing. I missed being able to enjoy things like soft cookies, birthday cake, and fun desserts that actually tasted good.
Because of that, I spent about two years testing recipes and experimenting with ingredients before ever selling anything. I wanted people to try my desserts and genuinely say, “Wait… this is gluten free”? I wanted my baked goods to feel exciting and comforting — not like people were settling for less.
Do you only use certified gluten free flours?
I make sure all of my ingredients are certified gluten free whenever possible. I avoid ingredients that contain wheat or gluten entirely. Personally, I prefer using products that are clearly safe and that I feel fully confident serving to others.
- Do you use oats, oat flour, or oat milk in your baked goods? If so, which brands?
- I only use oats in a few recipes, such as my oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, and the oats I use are certified gluten free. I also use Chobani oat milk, which is certified gluten free as well.
- Do you use certified gluten free wheat starch in any of your baked goods?
- No, I do not use certified gluten-free wheat starch in any of my products.
What Other Gluten Free Baking Precautions do you take?
All of my baking ingredients and supplies are kept separately to help ensure safety and avoid cross contact. I also fully clean and sanitize the kitchen before baking.
Are your baked goods free from other allergens?
All of Sister Sue’s Bakery baked goods are gluten free, dairy free, peanut free and tree nut free. My mom has a severe nut allergy, so we don’t keep nuts in our home at all. I also have items that can be made vegan upon request.
What customer feedback has brought you the most joy?
I’ve had a couple really meaningful experiences with customers that have reminded me exactly why I started Sister Sue’s. One person told me they hadn’t been able to enjoy a birthday cake in years because of their allergies. Being able to finally have one again truly made their day. Moments like that mean everything to me.
I’ve also had customers tell me they couldn’t believe the desserts were gluten free because they tasted just like — or even better than — traditional baked goods. One order was for a birthday party and another was for a Christmas gathering where many guests didn’t have food allergies at all. I was told multiple people preferred my desserts over the “regular” options.
That’s always my goal with baking. I never want people to feel like they are settling for less because something is gluten free or dairy free. I spend a lot of time testing recipes, techniques, and ingredients to make sure my products feel exciting, comforting, and delicious for everyone.
What would you like consumers to know about your products and your business?
I want consumers to know that Sister Sue’s Bakery is built with so much passion, care, and intention. I use quality ingredients and put a lot of thought into creating desserts that not only taste amazing, but also leave people feeling good after enjoying them.
Everything is made with love, and I’ve truly poured my heart and soul into this business. Creating Sister Sue’s has been one of the proudest accomplishments of my life.. It means so much to be able to provide comforting, gluten free desserts that everyone can enjoy together. I also have an incredible support system, and I’m so grateful for that.
If you sell at markets, do packaged goods have labeled ingredients and your business name?
You can find Sister Sue’s Bakery at the Ovid Farmers Market. That market starts June 4th from 3-7, and runs through October 1st. All packaged products include my business branding as well as full ingredient labels.
How should customers place a special order? Do you ship?
Customers can place special orders through my Instagram or website. I typically ask for at least a week’s notice for standard orders. For larger events such as weddings or bigger gatherings, I prefer at least 3 weeks notice if possible. The sooner the better! 🙂
At this time, I do not ship products.
Sister Sue’s (Gluten Free) Bakery Contact Information
Laingsburg, MI
Cottage Law Bakery – No Storefront/hours
Contact me through my email, website, or Instagram
517-899-5053 / Email
Website / Facebook / Instagram
Sister Sue’s Bakery in Laingsburg, MI is one of many gluten free bakers across the state of Michigan. Click this link to see a comprehensive list of all the gluten-free bakeries in Michigan, complete with interactive map
*There is another Sister Sue’s Sweets in Portage, Michigan that is NOT gluten free. Please make sure you are contacting the right business.