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Gluten-Free Bakeries Near Kansas City (Within 1 Hour!) — The Ultimate Guide




Dated: October 14 2025

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Looking for gluten-free bakeries in and around the Kansas City area? 🍰


Here’s your complete guide to the best dedicated gluten-free and gluten-friendly bakeries within 1 hour of Kansas City, including spots in Missouri and Kansas like The Littlest Bake Shop, Emily Kate’s, Morgana’s, and Chrisolyn’s Gluten Free Bakery in Waverly. Safe, local, and seriously delicious!

Finding truly delicious, safe, gluten-free treats in Kansas City used to feel like an impossible mission. But now, the metro is packed with incredible bakeries and cafés, some 100% gluten-free, others with careful gluten-friendly options that won’t leave you feeling left out.

Whether you have celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or you just prefer to eat clean, here’s your go-to guide to the best gluten-free bakeries within about one hour of Kansas City in every direction.

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🍪 Dedicated Gluten-Free Bakeries (Celiac-Safe)

1. The Littlest Bake Shop – Kansas City, MO
A charming gem in midtown, this tiny bakery is 100% gluten-free and vegan. Expect rotating seasonal cupcakes, cookies, and breakfast pastries that taste anything but “free-from.”
👉 littlestbakeshop.com

2. Emily Kate’s Gluten Free Bakery – Kansas City, KS
Emily Kate’s is a favorite for custom orders, wedding cakes, and special occasion desserts, all baked in a dedicated gluten-free kitchen.
👉 emilykatesbakery.com

3. Three Bears Bakery KC – Lenexa, KS
Everything here is gluten-free, from their soft rolls to their decadent brownies. Their menu changes weekly, so every visit is a surprise.
👉 threebearsbakerykc.com

4. Morgana’s Gluten Free Bakery – Raytown, MO
Known for their breads, cakes, and holiday pies, Morgana’s is a hidden gem south of the city, and 100% gluten-free.
👉 morganaskc.com

5. Zest Gluten Free Bakery – Kansas City, MO
Zest proves gluten-free doesn’t mean taste-free. Their fresh muffins and artisan breads are fan favorites for good reason.
👉 zestglutenfree.com

6. Chrisolyn’s Gluten Free Bakery – Waverly, MO
Just over an hour east of KC, Chrisolyn’s is worth every mile. This fully gluten-free bakery makes donuts, breads, bagels, and even dairy-free options, all from scratch.
👉 chrisolyns.com

🧁 Gluten-Friendly Bakeries & Cafés

7. Billie’s Grocery – Kansas City, MO
This stylish café has one of the best gluten-free bakery counters in the city, featuring GF sourdough, baguettes, cookies, and cakes.
👉 billiesgrocery.com

8. Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffee – Kansas City / Overland Park
100% vegan and proudly inclusive, Mud Pie offers several gluten-free pastries, muffins, and energy bites daily.
👉 mudpiebakery.com

9. Donutology – Kansas City, MO
Yes, you can have your donut and eat it too! Their gluten-free donuts are prepared offsite to minimize cross-contamination.
👉 donutology.com

10. Chez Elle Crêperie & Coffeehouse – Kansas City, MO
This cozy French café offers gluten-free crêpe batter on request, so you can enjoy brunch like everyone else.
👉 chezellekc.com

11. Best Regards Bakery & Café – Overland Park, KS
Home of Kansas City’s famous cookie gift boxes, they also make gluten-free bread and cookies with care.
👉 makethethemsmile.com

12. Banksia – Kansas City, MO
An Australian-inspired café that offers gluten-free bread and pastries on request. Perfect for brunch dates and take-home loaves.
👉 banksiabakehouse.com

13. Dolce Bakery – Prairie Village, KS
Known for their gorgeous custom cakes, Dolce offers gluten-free versions with advance notice.
👉 dolcebakes.com

14. McLain’s Bakery – KC Metro
A KC institution offering “gluten-friendly” items—best for those who are gluten-sensitive but not celiac.
👉 mclainskc.com

15. Heirloom Bakery & Hearth – Kansas City, MO
Their menu changes seasonally, and gluten-free muffins and cookies often make an appearance.
👉 heirloomkc.com

❤️ Support Local, Eat Happy

From downtown KC to Waverly, Lenexa, and Overland Park, gluten-free baking is thriving in the heartland. These businesses pour their hearts into making safe, delicious options for everyone, and your support helps them keep growing.

So next time your sweet tooth calls, skip the packaged snacks and hit the road for a local gluten-free adventure!

📞 Felicia Harris, REALTOR® | eXp Realty

📍 Serving Grain Valley & the Greater Kansas City Area
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