Golden Waffles makes waffle mixes and commercial waffle equipment, pairing them with service to run an all-inclusive waffle program for hotels, restaurants, and schools. The business traces its roots to Fred S. Carbon’s 1937 patent for Golden Malted Pancake Flour and now serves more than 50,000 customers across North America and over 60 countries. Its long-running commercial model still includes loaning waffle irons to accounts that use its flour, while the brand also sells its malt-and-vanilla mix for home kitchens.
New Hope MillsSince 1823, New Hope Mills has made pancake and baking mixes in Auburn, New York, while preserving its historic mill as a future operational museum. Its products are served in the company’s own café and store, where the original mixes extend well beyond breakfast into sandwiches, soups and other meals. The manufacturing operation is inspected by the FDA and New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, is Orthodox Union kosher, and is certified under the SQF food-safety program.AUBURN, NY
JoyfflesJoyffles grew from a busy parent’s oatmeal-batter solution into oat-powered waffles made for quick breakfasts and snacks. The waffles are gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free and free from artificial preservatives and trans fats, with low added sugar and ingredients chosen to provide fiber and protein. They are sold directly and through wholesale and retail partners across multiple states.
Krispy Kreme Doughnut CorporationKrispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation makes doughnuts and has been delivering them since 1937, when it began as a small shop in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It is best known for its Original Glazed doughnut, made fresh in its shops; the company says it is headquartered in Winston-Salem and Charlotte. Krispy Kreme also sells coffee and offers catering and fundraising programs that share its doughnuts with customers and organizations.WASHINGTON, PA
Franklin Street BakerySince 1973, Franklin Street Bakery—also known as The Good Bread Company—has operated from Minneapolis as a wholesale bakery making fully baked, frozen breads for restaurants, retailers, and food-service operations. Its SQF-certified production combines hearth-baked character with distribution through partners serving customers in 17 states.FRANKLIN, PA