FAQs

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Allergies/Ingredients

Are you peanut free?

Yes. There are NO peanuts or peanut products (oil, butter etc.) in our kitchen. People have brought peanuts into the front area of the bakery but not into the kitchen.

Are you nut free?

We use almonds, pecans, pistachios, and walnuts on a regular basis. Other nuts, but NOT peanuts, are used more infrequently. We work hard to prevent cross-contamination but nut-free products are made in the same kitchen along with products containing nuts. To view all nut free items, click here.

Are you gluten-free?

No. We use a lot of flour in the bakery. However, we do have some gluten free items. Check the website for current availability. Gluten free items are marked GF. We are not a gluten free bakery. To view our gluten free items, click here.

Are you dairy-free?

Yes. Our products and kitchen are completely dairy free.

Are you soy-free?

No. Most of our products contain soy-based margarine or soy milk.

Are you sugar-free?

Definitely not, although we hope to offer some sugar free items in the future.

Do you use trans fats?

No. Sunflower Bakery abides by Montgomery County Law and uses only margarine labeled as not containing trans fats.

Are you vegan?

Our products are dairy free, but many of them use eggs. To view our vegan items, click here.

Kashrut & Dietary Information

Are you kosher?

Yes. We are kosher, pareve under the Rabbinical Council of Greater Washington.

Are you Pas Yisroel?

Yes.

Are you Yoshon?

Yes. Our facility only uses winter wheat, which means that all of our products are yoshon except for products containing oats.

Ordering

How do I order?

The best way to order is through our website www.sunflowerbakery.org. As you move through the ordering process, delivery/pick-up options will be provided prior to payment.

How far in advance do I have to order?

We require 48-hour notice. For orders $300+, we ask for 72 hours notice. For orders $500+, a minimum of 5 business days.

Can I create my own platter?

No, we are unable to accommodate custom platter orders. In the past, we have allowed customers to remove a given item from a platter and substitute with an item already on the platter. (for example, on a cookie platter you could order “no ginger cookies, more crinkle”.

What if I don’t have internet access?

Call 240.361.3698. Our friendly customer service team is always happy to talk about our products and take your order over the phone.

Payment

Can I pay with a credit card?

Yes, please. This is our preferred method of payment, and the only one available when placing an order online. We accept VISA, Mastercard and American Express.

Can I pay by check?

We prefer credit card payment through our online system. If you are unable to pay with a credit card, please call the bakery at 240.361.3698.

Do you offer discounts to non-profit organizations?

Yes, we offer a 10% discount to all non-profit organizations with an EIN #. Just input the coupon code “nonprofit”, and in the box on the lower right, your EIN # (not your state sales tax exempt #) when checking out online.

Product Storage

How do I store my Sunflower desserts? Click here for product storage information.