11 Gluten-Free Products Worth Discovering at Our Farmers Markets
Finding delicious gluten-free food at the farmers market doesn’t have to mean settling for the same old options. In fact, you might be surprised by just how many of our local vendors have something special for gluten-free shoppers. From sweet treats and handcrafted candies to savory seasonings, homemade nut butters, and pantry staples, there are plenty of gluten-free farmers market finds waiting to be discovered. We’ve rounded up 11 of our favorites to help you find something new, support local makers, and leave your next market visit with a few delicious discoveries in your bag.
Nut Butters
Spread Happiness Nut Butters
Locations: Sanger, Tioga, Justin
Spread Happiness Nut Butters offers a delicious variety of gluten-free, handcrafted nut and seed butters made from peanuts, pecans, almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, pistachios, Brazil nuts, walnuts, hazelnuts, pine nuts, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds. Each variety brings its own unique flavor and texture, making it easy to find a favorite. She also makes a special vegan-friendly puppy peanut butter blended with homemade peanut butter, organic turmeric, organic coconut oil, organic parsley, flax seeds, and chia seeds. This unique blend is offered as a wholesome option for both humans and dogs, making it a fun and versatile addition to any pantry.
2. Toffee
Golden Toffee
Locations: Sanger, Justin
That same variety continues with Golden Toffee, where rich, buttery sweets take center stage. Their gluten-free handcrafted toffee comes in a tempting variety of flavors, from classic Semisweet Pecan, Milk Chocolate Pecan, and Dark Chocolate Pecan to indulgent Salted Chocolate Pecan and White Chocolate Pecan. Coffee lovers can enjoy Semisweet Mocha Toffee or White Chocolate Mocha Toffee, while the Almond Toffee Drizzle and Toffee Crumble add a delicious touch to ice cream, desserts, and more. With so many flavorful options, Golden Toffee makes it easy to discover a new favorite gluten-free treat at the farmers market.
3. Salsas, Jams, Candied jalapeños and Pickled Veggies
Magerly Tasty Creations
Locations: Sanger
For those who prefer their farmers market finds on the savory side, Magerly Tasty Creations brings plenty of homemade flavor with a little kick. They offer a delicious selection of gluten-free salsas, jams, candied jalapeños, and pickled vegetables, all made in small batches. Whether you prefer something sweet, savory, spicy, or a combination of all three, there’s something to tempt your taste buds. Their candied jalapeños are a perfect sweet-and-spicy treat, while the salsas, jams, and pickled veggies make it easy to bring a little extra flavor home from the market.
4. Cheesecakes
Coles Custom Cheesecakes
Location: Justin, Sanger
When it comes to satisfying a sweet craving, Coles Custom Cheesecakes has plenty to offer. Their delicious gluten-free mini cheesecakes pack a whole lot of flavor into every bite, with favorites like Bourbon Apple Pie, Banana Pudding, Key Lime, Lemon Meringue Pie, Cookie Monster, and Strawberry Crunch. Try the Bourbon Apple Pie, made with creamy cheesecake, bourbon-seared apples, caramel drizzle, and a gluten-free crust, or go for the nostalgic Banana Pudding topped with whipped cream and crushed gluten-free wafers. The Key Lime cheesecake is another refreshing favorite, with tangy lime, whipped cream, and fresh lime zest. With flavors like Lemon Meringue Pie, Cookie Monster, and Strawberry Crunch also making the lineup, there’s plenty to discover. Their menu changes monthly, so every visit brings a chance to find a new gluten-free favorite!
If you want even more cheesecake flavors, Sweeties Cheesecakes (Sanger, Tioga, Justin and Valley View) and Sweet Amen by Kate (Sanger) offer even more gluten-free cheesecake options.
5. Macarons
Macs N More by Michelle
Location: Sanger
The dessert selection doesn’t stop there. Macs ’N More by Michelle adds a colorful touch to the market with delicate, handcrafted gluten-free macarons. Michelle’s delicate, handcrafted gluten-free macarons come in six rotating flavors each month, so there’s always something new to discover. With favorites like S’mores to other seasonal flavors, each macaron is made with care and plenty of creativity. What started with Michelle’s first macaron in 2020 quickly turned into a passion for creating these colorful little treats—and sharing them with others.
6. Salted Caramels (and other delicious candies)
RG Candy
Location: Sanger, Justin, Tioga and Valley View
For those who can’t resist a good piece of candy, RG Candy offers an entire lineup of 100% gluten-free treats. You’ll find everything from rich, buttery caramels and old-fashioned butterscotch to brittles, toffees, hard candies, and suckers. Their caramels are slow-cooked with real butter, fresh heavy cream, and a touch of sea salt, giving them that soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and homemade flavor we all love. The butterscotch is hand-poured and cut into bite-sized pieces, bringing back that nostalgic taste of candy made the old-fashioned way. And don’t forget the hard candy—they’re vegan, gluten-free, and made without artificial sweeteners, with dye-free options available in many flavors. With so many delicious choices, you may have a hard time picking just one!
7. Traditional Serbian Cakes
Slava Cake Company
Location: Sanger
If you’re ready to venture beyond the usual market desserts, Slava Cake Company brings the rich flavors of traditional Serbian cakes to the DFW area, using cherished family recipes and simple, all-natural ingredients. Their cakes are naturally gluten-free, with pecans and walnuts taking the place of traditional flour to create deliciously rich meringue layers.
The Windsor Torta pairs walnut meringue with silky chocolate French buttercream, while the Baba Bourbon Pecan Torta features toasted pecan meringue and smooth bourbon French buttercream. These handcrafted cakes are elegant, indulgent, and anything but ordinary. And also… if you miss them at the market, they also deliver!
8. Cookies (Gluten-Free, Vegan and Nut Free!)
The Cookie Crave
Location: Sanger
Of course, no list of gluten-free market treats would be complete without cookies. The Cookie Crave is here to prove that gluten-free cookies are anything but boring, with more than 50 gluten-free cookie flavors to choose from—and they’re all vegan and nut-free, too! You’ll find classic favorites like chocolate chip and snickerdoodle, along with fun choices like Icy Oatmeal and plenty of other flavors to keep things interesting. With that many options, stopping by the farmers market might just turn into your excuse to stock up on cookies!
9. Granola
Kruger Garden Farm
Location: Sanger, Tioga, Valley View and Justin
If you’re looking for a gluten-free farmers market treat that’s both simple and delicious, be sure to check out the homemade granola from Kruger Garden Farm. Their granola is made in small batches with gluten-free organic oats, local honey, locally sourced pecans, coconut oil, and Redmond Real Salt, giving it that delicious homemade flavor. Seasonal favorites include Honey Pecan, Strawberry Honey Pecan, Blackberry Honey Pecan, and Pumpkin Pecan, with Apple Honey Pecan coming this fall as the seasons allow. You’ll also find freeze-dried fruit grown right in their gardens. It’s perfect sprinkled over yogurt, enjoyed with breakfast, or simply grabbed by the handful when you’re craving something sweet and crunchy.
10. Popcorn
Marilyn's Munchies
Location: Sanger, Tioga
For another fun gluten-free treat to enjoy while you shop, Marilyn’s Munchies brings flavored popcorn to the farmers market with plenty of options to choose from. Their popcorn comes in both sweet and savory flavors, including Caramel, Cheddar Cheese, Peanut Butter, Salted Caramel, Pumpkin Spice, Piña Colada, Chocolate, and Cranberry Orange. It’s the kind of treat that’s easy to enjoy as you stroll through the market and just as fun to bring home and share.
11. Seasonings
O-Face Flavors
Location: Justin
Rounding out the list is O-Face Flavors, proving that gluten-free finds aren’t limited to sweets and snacks. Their gluten-free seasonings and rubs are packed with flavor and made to work on everything from meats and vegetables to pasta and snacks. Prime Veg was originally created as a Christmas prime rib blend, but it turned out to be just as delicious on vegetables—and really, just about anything. Their Pork Rub combines a little sweetness with a peppery kick and 13 flavorful ingredients that work beautifully on ribs, pork butts, chicken, fish, and more. For those who like a little heat, Spicy Garlic Parmesan adds a bold garlic-and-Parmesan flavor with just enough spice to make chicken, wings, fries, veggies, pasta, and popcorn even better, while Garlic Parmesan with Herbs offers another flavorful twist. If you’re in the mood to switch things up, their Taco (It’s Tuesday Somewhere) blend brings plenty of flavor to tacos and more, while Cajun (Bayou Boom Boom) adds a delicious Cajun-inspired kick. With so many blends to choose from, O-Face Flavors is an easy way to bring home some extra flavor from the farmers market.
There’s something pretty special about finding a new favorite while walking through the farmers market—and having plenty of gluten-free options to choose from makes it even better. Our vendors are constantly creating, baking, mixing, and making products that bring something different to the market each week. So the next time you visit, don’t be afraid to wander, ask questions, and try something you haven’t had before. Come hungry, shop local, and discover your next gluten-free favorite!