Montana Cottage Food Frosting Rules

Cream Cheese Frosting:Conditional

Cream Cheese Frosting

Conditional

Annual Limit

No annual limit

Online Orders

Allowed

Montana's Food Freedom law allows perishable foods broadly, but cream cheese frosting may require water activity or pH testing to confirm it is non-PHF. Verify with your local health authority before selling.

You can:

  • Verify your specific frosting recipe meets the shelf-stability requirements
  • Consult the Montana Department of Agriculture for guidance on your product

You cannot:

  • Assume cream cheese frosting is permitted without verifying your specific recipe

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