What began with Suzanne Virgilio’s honey pecan granola for guests at the Bethlehem Inn in 1988 became The Granola Factory, a Bethlehem bakery making small-batch granola and Bethlehem Bars. Established as The Granola Factory in 2006, the family-owned bakery now has 21 artisan bakers and keeps production in-house with familiar ingredients such as real butter, honey and rolled oats. Its signature sweet-and-salty flavor and homemade texture remain central to the company’s baking.
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Jamie’s FarmSince 2017, Jamie’s Farm has made small-batch granola in New York, slow-baking it with ghee rather than oil for a buttery, caramelized crunch. Founded by Jamie after working at a three-Michelin-star restaurant, the independently owned company uses certified organic gluten-free oats and carefully sourced ingredients in its award-winning blends.New York, NY
Michele's GranolaWhat began in Michele’s kitchen nearly 20 years ago is now a Timonium, Maryland bakery making fresh granola and toasted muesli from scratch. Michele’s is known for crispy clusters packed with generous mix-ins, including its original almond-and-vanilla blend and breakfast-inspired Breakfast Nook flavors. Its products are plant-based and made with certified gluten-free organic oats, and the company says it bakes fresh granola daily for distribution through more than 1,300 stores nationwide.TIMONIUM, MD
Hudson Henry Baking CoHudson Henry Baking Co. makes small-batch granola by hand, using premium ingredients such as real maple syrup, nuts, seeds and olive or coconut oil without added preservatives or artificial flavors. Its certified non-GMO, gluten-free and vegan recipes keep added sugar low while preserving the crisp clusters and pronounced flavor of the ingredients. The company’s granola has earned gold and silver Specialty Food Association awards through blind tastings in 2016, 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2022.MILTON, NY
Gatherer's GranolaBuilt around a family recipe passed down through generations, Gatherer's Granola has been hand-stirring small-batch granola since 2010. The company pairs old-world baking methods with natural ingredients and no preservatives, and also operates a boutique contract-manufacturing facility for emerging food brands seeking artisan quality at scale. Its production capabilities include custom recipes and packaging, with Kosher Parve, USDA Organic handler, and HACCP credentials.SCHENECTADY, NY