Founded by Cleveland hospital colleagues Devon and Nina, Mugsy Bakes makes single-serve mug cake and cookie mixes that turn a dessert craving into a warm treat in under two minutes. The women-owned company builds its “not a baker” identity around easy, no-oven preparation, while keeping every mix gluten-free and dairy-free. Its mixes are made in a dedicated gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and peanut-free facility.
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Bare LifeBare Life makes organic, dairy-free hot cocoa mixes for people who want an easy treat without common allergens or refined sugar. Founded by Ali after her own search for food that fit multiple dietary needs, the Connecticut certified Woman-Owned Small Business uses simple ingredients and sustainably sourced cacao, with products made in a gluten-free, organic and kosher-certified space. Its cocoa is sold in more than 2,000 stores and online nationwide.NEW YORK, NY
The MACCSFounded by triathlete and mother of four Michelle, The MACCS makes small-batch toasted-coconut and Belgian-chocolate truffles in New York City. Born from Michelle’s love of coconut and chocolate—and her own wheat intolerance—the treats are baked fresh to order with real ingredients and no preservatives or artificial sweeteners. The women-owned company’s naturally gluten-free Maccs are designed as a satisfying everyday dessert rather than a compromise.BRONX, NY
Steiner's Baking CoBuilt on a 40-year family flour legacy, New York’s Steiner’s Baking Co. makes clean-label gluten-free baked goods and flour for cafés, bakeries, and home bakers. The women-led company grew from founder Nanci Steiner’s effort to create a coffee cake so moist and flavorful that nobody would suspect it was gluten-free, with its German sour cream coffee cake becoming a signature. Steiner’s products are also made without nuts and are kosher dairy.SEA CLIFF, NY
Love ThyFounded by Amy Ares, Love Thy makes vegan, gluten-free cheesecakes in individual pots using cashews for an ultra-creamy filling instead of traditional or vegan cream cheese. The Cincinnati-based clean-label brand uses certified organic ingredients and manufactures its desserts at a certified gluten-free and peanut-free facility, with flavors such as vanilla, chocolate, and lemon.DAYTON, OH