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Food should bring people together – not set them apart.

The Difference Baker wants to make a difference in the lives of people with food restrictions. Through countless hours of trial and error and a whole lot of prayers, we’ve perfected our recipes to bring hope and joy to those who used to have to miss out on life’s sweetest moments. The Difference Baker wants to make sure everyone is included when it comes to celebrations or even just an everyday treat.

Everything we bake is certified free from gluten, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, fish, crustacean shellfish and sesame. About 90% of our menu is also dairy-free and vegan (not certified). Check each item's ingredients on our menu.

Proud to Partner with Industry Leaders

We’re honored to collaborate with some of the most recognized names in the food industry. Our wholesale partnerships ensure that gluten-free and allergen-friendly options are accessible to more people, everywhere. Look for us at these amazing establishments, and let their logos below remind you that together, we’re making a difference—one bite at a time.

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Delicious brookie dessert featuring layers of brownie and cookie.

Our Mission & Values

Mission Statement

Blessing & Saving lives, one bite at a time.

Core Values

Speak and provide life: through food and an oasis environment.

Inspire smiles: smile at every person you see no matter what.

Embrace failure and own it: to grow into a better version of you.

Passion for people: We get to serve you, we get to love you,

we are the lucky ones.

Be creative, inspire others, and never stop learning and growing.

Be smart, hungry and humble.

Certified Free From 7 of the FDA's 9 Major Allergens

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Not Certified but proudly corn free!

Delicious fish dish labeled as fish-free, showcasing a vibrant presentation.

Fish

A visual comparison of baked goods and mollusks, highlighting their differences.

Gluten/Wheat

A comparison of baked goods: nut-free options on the left and traditional baked goods on the right.

All Nuts

Image of a sesame-free dish, highlighting its ingredients and presentation.

Sesame

Delicious baked goods displayed in a shellfish-free environment.

Shellfish

Soy-free dietary option symbol for restaurant menu.

Soy

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Peanut

Nestled in Dulles 28 Centre in Sterling, VA, The Difference Baker is an allergen-free bakery and coffee shop. Our espresso bar pours lattes, cappuccinos, mochas, americanos and cold brew made with locally roasted Beanetics coffee, plus chai and matcha, with oat and Ripple milk options. Pair your coffee with a cinnamon roll, donut or breakfast sandwich, grab a table, or order ahead for pickup or delivery. Come as you are, and leave with a satisfied heart, a full stomach, and a smile.

Allergen Guide

We create food made with faith, love and hope.

Alyssa Sobecki

Creator of The Difference Baker

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Worry-free baked goods everyone can enjoy.

Everything we make, whether you eat it in our bakery in Virginia or 2500 miles away, is made with meticulous safety standards and the purest ingredients. All our products are freshly baked and/or flash frozen to preserve quality and taste without adding any preservatives. We have crafted 3 of our own proprietary flour blends with freshly milled and certified free from ingredients.