Baked in Otisville,MI
About Us
Our Products
Carmel Yum Yums are delicious caramelized corn puffs available in a variety of mouthwatering flavors! Made in a nut-free commercial kitchen, they are gluten-free, contain no added artificial colors or high fructose corn syrup, and are oven-baked and hand-caramelized to perfection. Since 2014, Carmel Yum Yums have offered a unique, celiac-friendly alternative to traditional caramel corn—without any hulls, seeds, or kernels to get stuck in your teeth. With a wide range of flavors to choose from, including a Flavor of the Month inspired by Michigan's ever-changing seasons, you’re sure to find a favorite! Our most popular flavors include Original Caramel, French Toast, Caramel Cheesecake, and Sweet & Spicy Cajun. Add a splash of milk, and they transform into the gourmet cereal you’ve always craved. YUM!
My Story
- For years, I made my original caramel flavor at home as Christmas gifts for friends and family. One year, I decided to switch things up and fill buckets with my caramel-coated creation instead of the usual gift bags. The response was overwhelming! The following year, everyone brought their buckets back for refills before the holidays—and that’s when Carmel Yum Yums was born!
- 2014: Became commercially licensed in a commercial kitchen and began selling at the farmers market and wholesaling to stores.
- In 2015, I won two awards: the SPARK Award for innovative ideas in Genesee County and the Re: con BOOM Award (Be Our Own Motivation) for Entrepreneur of the Year in the State of Michigan.
- 2016: Started leasing my own commercial space
Our Mission
We set out to create a quality, old-fashioned, oven-baked treat that anyone can enjoy, without worrying about hulls, seeds, or nuts getting stuck in your teeth. With Carmel Yum Yums, it's all about the caramel! We believe in transparency, which is why our ingredients are clearly labeled, and our resealable, see-through packaging lets you see the quality inside. The details matter to us. Our products aren’t sitting on warehouse shelves for weeks or months; they’re made fresh as each order is received to ensure maximum freshness and flavor.
Our Process
Using ingredients sourced from across Michigan, all of our products are handmade and oven-baked with care in our commercial kitchen in Otisville, MI. We prioritize freshness and quality, which is why each order is made to order. Please allow 3 to 5 business days for processing.
Flavor of the Month: Blueberry Pie
The much-anticipated flavor of the month has returned! Treat yourself to the irresistible blend of sweet, juicy blueberries and rich, golden caramel—all wrapped up in one perfectly crunchy bite. Don’t miss your chance to indulge in this fan-favorite flavor while it lasts!
Wholesale Locations
Beef Jerky Experience
109 Cabela Blvd E, Dundee, MI 48131
J Deans Sausage & Jerky Co (Davison Farmers Market)
8110 E. Court St
Davison, MI 48423
J Deans Sausage & Jerky Co
8215 Cooley Lake Rd.
Commerce Township, MI 48382
J Deans Sausage & Jerky Co
9211 E. Coldwater Rd
Davison, MI 48423
Johnsons Giant Pumpkin Farm (Seasonal)
4715 N Portsmouth Rd.
Saginaw, MI 48601
Porter's Orchard (Seasonal)
12060 Hegel Rd.
Goodrich,Mi
(810 )636-7156
The Local Grocer *French Toast Flavor Only*
601 Martin Luther King Ave
Flint, MI 48502
Michigan Makers Marketplace *Original Flavor Only*
9720 Village Place Blvd
Brighton, MI 48116
1 (810) 316-5034
Willi's Smokehaus & Deli
316 S Main St.
Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Eat as a bite sized treat or a delicious cereal!