Happy Hippo Blog

Learn what makes a pie truly great — from crust to filling — and why our homemade pies are a must-try in Hutto, TX.

Make your fall gatherings unforgettable with seasonal desserts and savory bakes from our Hutto, TX bakery. Here’s how to plan the perfect spread.

Texas Cottage Food Law changes mean more desserts, easier ordering, and wider availability from our Hutto, TX bakery. Here’s what you can expect.

Discover the fall flavors we can’t wait to bake with at our Hutto, TX bakery — from pumpkin and cinnamon to apple and cranberry. Cozy season starts here.

Big changes are here for our Hutto bakery! 🎉 As of September 1, Texas Cottage Food Law now lets us offer creamy cheesecakes, dreamy cream pies, and other refrigerated favorites — and we’re rolling out our new fall menu starting today. You can grab banana pudding cups, rich cheesecake, and our brand-new coconut cream pie right now, with lemon curd, chocolate silk pie, and more seasonal desserts coming soon. Whether you’re craving a sweet treat for yourself or planning a holiday gathering, our new menu is all about fresh flavors, homemade goodness, and celebrating the season in the sweetest way possible.

Texas Cottage Food Laws expand September 1, and that means more menu options, wholesale availability, and easier ordering from our Hutto bakery.

See what you can order from our Hutto, TX bakery today under current Texas Cottage Food Laws — fresh, homemade treats made just for you.

“I don’t charge extra just because it’s a wedding cake. Honest pricing, beautiful design, and enough cake to feed everyone you love — no wedding tax here.”

Our small-batch Homemade Vanilla Extract is crafted with whole vanilla beans and steeped for months in Hutto, TX. A customer favorite for baking and gifting, this rich, flavorful extract is a thoughtful gift and must-have pantry staple.

Our best-selling Snickerdoodles are soft, thick, and rolled in cinnamon sugar, with a touch of cream of tartar for a signature tang. These cozy, crave-worthy cookies are a favorite for late-night snacks, gifts, and cookie lovers everywhere.

Discover the story behind our best-selling Honey Bourbon Pie—pecan pie’s nut-free, honey-sweetened cousin. Made with local Hutto honey and a splash of bourbon, this gooey, buttery dessert is available in 6" or 9" sizes and perfect for any season.

Discover why our Salted Vanilla Toffee Cookies are a best-seller at HHB. Made with rich, homemade vanilla extract and buttery toffee bits, these small-batch cookies strike the perfect balance of sweet and salty. A must-try treat from our Texas home bakery!