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Mud Pie Vegan Coffee

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Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffee is a long-standing, 100% plant-based establishment that serves as a community hub for coffee and vegan treats. Originally founded in Kansas City, the business has evolved through several locations, currently operating out of Mission, Kansas. They specialize in small-batch, grab-and-go bottled drinks and a wide variety of daily-changing vegan and gluten-free baked goods.

Ownership
The brand is independent and family-owned, currently co-owned by Ashley and Michael Valverde, John and Sharon Hughes, and William Sims.
Founded
2011
Roasting
Roasting arrangement not independently verified.
What it's known for
Mud Pie is widely recognized as a Kansas City institution for its 100% plant-based, cruelty-free bakery items and coffeehouse environment. It is particularly noted for its daily rotating selection of vegan pastries, including donuts, pop-tarts, scones, and gluten-free options.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm, producer, or origin details for its coffee offerings. Their focus is primarily on the plant-based nature of their menu and small-batch beverage preparation rather than coffee sourcing transparency.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Mud Pie Vegan Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-01-29 · IN Kansas City Magazine
In Culinary News: Mud Pie Vegan Bakery

The vegan bakery has successfully transitioned to its new Mission, Kansas location, citing a need for more space to accommodate business growth. As part of the move, the shop has shifted its coffee service model from made-to-order espresso drinks to a grab-and-go format.

2024-12-11 · Johnson County Post
Mud Pie Bakery opens in Mission, selling plant-based sweet treats

Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffee has officially opened a new location in Mission, Kansas, following the closure of its previous Overland Park storefront. The move allows the business to expand its operations while continuing to serve its signature 100% plant-based baked goods and coffee.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-23. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. I could not verify the specific roaster or coffee sourcing origins, as the brand focuses its public communication entirely on its vegan bakery menu and plant-based mission.

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