Raleigh-based Trisha’s Toffee makes gourmet almond toffee from a family recipe, covering whole almonds and fresh almond shavings with chocolate on both sides. The company packages its gluten-free sweets for seasonal gifts, wedding favors and personalized corporate thank-yous, including orders of 20 boxes or more.
MFG Toffee & Bark CompanyBorn in Baltimore, MFG Toffee & Bark Company makes small-batch toffees and chocolate barks inspired by flavors from around the world. Owner Kathy Filosi Nelson built the business from an old family English walnut toffee recipe, and the woman-owned company remains rooted in Baltimore’s artisan community through local hiring, community events and product donations to medical workers and first responders. Its retail shop and production kitchen in Little Italy offer a local window into the handmade process.BALTIMORE, MD
Creative Crispies CoBorn from Amy’s childhood memory of rice crispy treat bears made by her mother, Creative Crispies Co. makes handmade, gluten-free rice crispy treats in more than 300 shapes, along with snackable clusters. Founded in 2019, the woman-owned, family-run business is now operated by Amy and her daughter Grace, with custom designs that turn the treats into favors and centerpieces for celebrations. Made fresh in the USA, its original dark chocolate, caramel and sea salt cluster began with a dream—literally.NORTHAMPTON, PA
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
Cocky Gourmet ConfectionsCocky Gourmet Confections makes gourmet candy including toffee and brittle with core flavors like butter toffee with chocolate and almonds, old-fashioned peanut brittle, and peanut brittle with bacon. The company sells products through wholesale distribution, Amazon, and consumer direct sales.WEST CHESTER, PA