Michigan Farmers Markets Gluten Free Options

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There’s a level of excitement and joy when shopping at a Farmers Market. Enjoying fresh food, meeting local merchants and trying new products. Find safe and delicious gluten free options at these Michigan farmers market locations.

Michigan Farmers Markets and Cottage Food Law

In Michigan, many home bakers participate at local farmers markets under the Cottage Food Law. This law allows bakers and makers to sell products from a kitchen that has not been inspected. However, they must still adhere to labeling laws. Therefore, any item sold at a market should have a complete list of ingredients

At this time, Michigan does not allow cottage food law businesses to ship their products. (This may soon change.) The law also stipulates that they may not sell to stores, restaurants or coffee shops. Cottage law bakers may take orders and sell direct to the consumer, outside of the market. 

I’ve organized a list according to geographic area, where you can find gluten free baked goods at various Michigan Farmers Markets. All baked goods are made in a dedicated gluten free kitchen, unless otherwise noted. Links to markets take you to their Facebook page, so you can easily get directions. 

St. Joseph Michigan Farmers Market
Photo Credit: Southwest Michigan

St Joseph and Van Buren County Farmers Markets

While you’re in town, visit, Silver Beach Pizza in St. Joseph, Mason Jar Cafe in Benton Harbor, Stray Dog Bar & Grill in New Buffalo and The Rage in Niles (100% GF!). All are great places for a gluten free meal. 

Kent, Kalamazoo, Muskegon & Ottawa County Farmers Markets

** Real Good Foods Baking (Facebook) – Shared kitchen. Ask them about prep practices. 

Rise Authentic Baking – (interview link) gluten free and vegan

Gluten Free Sensations (Interview)

Whippin’ Good Eats (interview) (Visit Facebook for Updated Schedule)

NOVA Supernatural Bakery (Facebook) *Made in shared kitchen

Other Grand Rapids & Kalamazoo Gluten Free Highlights

I always highly recommend visiting Fulton St. Farmers Market in Grand Rapids. It’s absolutely amazing. You can get Old World Gluten Free Pierogi at the Kruschinska Farms booth. Then, grab a meal at one of these Grand Rapids restaurants with gluten free options.

For dedicated gluten free baked goods in Grand Rapids/ Kalamazoo, visit the following bakers at their own storefronts. 

Rise Authentic BakingHall St. Bakery, and find Kind Crumbs products at area stores.
Also follow Gluten Free Sensations for baked goods near Kalamazoo.

Meridian Township Farmers Market
Photo Credit : Lansing City Pulse

Ionia, Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Calhoun County Farmers Markets

Props to Pat (Facebook page)

Golly Gee Gluten Free (interview link) (Facebook )

Gluten Free Rox (interview link) (Facebook)

(Anna’s House and Buddy’s Pizza are near the Meridian market, and have great GF dining options.) 

G3 Food For All (Facebook page)

*Proposed- Not confirmed yet

Meadowview Acres (interview link) (Facebook)

Ann Arbor Farmers Market
Photo Credit: Kerrytown District of Ann Arbor

Livingston, Washtenaw & Lenawee County Farmers Markets

Nirit’s Gluten Free Bakery (interview link) Facebook

Tasty Bakery (interview link)

Nourish Juicery & Kitchen (interview link) Facebook

Everything is Gluten Free (interview link) Facebook

Mama Alana’s Pantry Mixes (website) Facebook

Oakland, Wayne & Macomb County Farmers Markets

No Sugar Momma (Facbook Page) (gluten and grain free/keto) (2023 info)

Missy’s Sweet Treats (Interview link) Facebook

Daux House (Facebook Page)

(For restaurant options in this area, check out my master Michigan GF dining list.) 

Genesee, Saginaw and Midland County Farmers Markets

Mama Alana’s Pantry Mixes (website) Facebook

Northern Michigan Farmers Markets

No other markets that I know of with gluten free options. However, I highly recommend visiting Third Coast Bakery in Traverse City. Want dinner too? Check out my Traverse City Dining guide.

Munising Farmers Market

Upper Peninsula Farmers Markets

Dulce Nulla (Interview Link) Facebook

How to Find a Local Michigan Farmers Market

Visit the Michigan Farmers Market Association to find a Michigan Farmers Market in your area, or near your summer travels. Want to know how to use some of that local produce? Visit my collection of recipes using Michigan’s most popular fruits and vegetables. Or listen to my interview with the Michigan Ag Council.

My List of Gluten Free Bakers and Restaurants

Looking for more gluten free goodness in Michigan? Check out my complete list of Michigan Gluten Free Bakers. During the fall, visit Michigan Cider Mills that offer gluten free donuts, too. Wanting dining options? Check out my list of great Michigan restaurants with gluten free options. (Always ask about food prep methods, as they can change!) 

Know of another gluten free baker, preparing items in a dedicated gluten free kichen, selling at a Michigan Farmers Market? Share about them in the comments! 

Originally Published May 2022

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