Bloom and Bake

12/05/2025

There's nothing quite like the warmth and aroma of freshly baked sourdough to make a house feel like a home. With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start baking something truly special for those you love.
Our dehydrated sourdough starter makes it easy to create beautiful, artisan loaves right in your own kitchen, no matter your baking experience. Imagine the smiles when you share a warm slice with family and friends!
Give the gift of homemade goodness this season. Get your starter today and let the baking magic begin! ✨

11/23/2025

Sunday morning bliss... and a bit of a mess! 😅
This is what a true Sunday morning looks like around here after the bread has come out of the oven. Flour dust, a well-used dough scraper, and that satisfyingly empty (or nearly empty!) mixing bowl. It's the beautiful chaos of homemade sourdough!
And in the middle of it all, my thriving starter, bubbling away, ready for its next adventure. This is where the magic happens, right?
There's truly nothing better than the smell of freshly baked bread filling the house on a quiet Sunday. It’s more than just food; it’s a moment of peace, a little bit of effort that yields so much comfort.
Wishing you all a cozy Sunday, whether you're baking up a storm or simply enjoying the slower pace.
✨ If this picture speaks to your soul, you know what to do! My active sourdough starter is available to bring this kind of delicious chaos to your kitchen.
DM me for details!

11/21/2025

There is nothing like the smell of fresh bread in your own kitchen. 🍞🧈
​Imagine cutting into a warm, crusty loaf of sourdough that you made. The crackle of the crust, the steam rising, the butter melting into the airy holes...
​It’s easier than you think to get that bakery-quality result at home. The secret isn't being a master chef; it's having a strong starter.
​Start your journey with a heritage culture that has already done the hard work for you. Whether you want to make pancakes, pizza dough, or artisan loaves, it all starts with one jar.
​📦 Shipping/pickup available. DM for more details.

10/24/2025

For the love is sourdough 💝

How to Make Sourdough Starter:
1. Ingredients:
1 cup (120g) all-purpose or whole wheat flour
1/2 cup (120ml) water

PROCEDURES
Day 1: Mix flour and water in a jar or bowl. Cover loosely and let sit at room temperature for 24 hours.

Day 2: Discard half of the starter (about 1/2 cup) and add 1 cup of flour and 1/2 cup of water to the remaining starter. Stir well, cover, and let sit.

Days 3-7: Repeat the feeding process every 24 hours. By day 7, the starter should be bubbly, active, and have a pleasant, tangy aroma.

Uses of Sourdough:
1. Bread: Sourdough bread is the most common use. The starter acts as a natural leavening agent, giving the bread a unique tangy flavor and chewy texture.

2. Pancakes & Waffles: Use the starter to make fluffy and flavorful pancakes or waffles.

3. Pizza Dough: Sourdough pizza dough adds a tangy twist and a crisp, chewy crust.

4. Crackers: Sourdough discard can be used to make crunchy, flavorful crackers.

5. Cakes & Muffins: Incorporate the starter for a moist, tangy base in cakes and muffins.

6. Biscuits: Sourdough biscuits are tender and flaky with a slightly tangy flavor.

7. Doughnuts: Sourdough can be used to make light, fluffy doughnuts with a unique flavor.

8. Pasta: Fresh sourdough pasta has a deeper flavor profile and satisfying texture.

9. Pretzels: Sourdough pretzels have a chewy texture and a slightly tangy taste.

10. Cookies: Sourdough cookies offer a chewy texture and complex flavor.

Sourdough starter is versatile and can enhance a wide range of baked goods with its distinctive flavor and texture.

09/03/2025

Sourdough Buns Recipe
¼ cup (50 g) active sourdough starter
3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (240 g) water
1 ½ tablespoons (30 g) honey
1 ½ teaspoons (10 g) salt
Egg wash
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
sesame seeds (optional topping)

Mix + stretch and fold X3, bulk rise until it doubles in size
Divide into 6 and shape
Leave 1-2 hours to rise and in the fridge for up to 2 days OR bake right away
Apply egg wash + sesame seeds (optional)
Bake at 375F for 25 mins

09/03/2025

Discover the five stages of sourdough.

Learn about the 5 states your sourdough starter will go through during a feeding cycle. Learn the answers to questions like:Has your starter peaked?Is your s...

08/01/2025

🌼 Starter Diaries #4: Bloomie’s Baking Q&A 🥖

Bloomie’s cracking open the jar and spilling some starter secrets! Have a question about sourdough? Bloomie’s ready to rise to the occasion.

Drop your questions below like: 🫧 “Why did my dough flatten overnight?” 🌡 “Is my starter dead or just sleeping?” 🌾 “Which flour gives that perfect golden crust?” ⏳ “How do I bake sourdough while wrangling toddlers?”

Bloomie’s seen a lot. She’s bubbled over and exploded out of jars. She’s got the scars and the sass—and now she’s here to help!

07/31/2025

🌼 Starter Diaries #3: Bloomie’s Flour Feelings 🥖

Bloomie’s bubbling over with opinions—and today she’s ready to spill the flour.

Not all flours are created equal, and Bloomie has her favorites. Her top pick? Unbleached bread flour—because strong gluten makes her rise like a star. She tolerates all-purpose flour… but let’s just say she’s not writing home about it. As for bleached flour? She once gave it the cold shoulder. Literally.

🌾 Bloomie’s Flour Picks: ⭐ Bread Flour = drama-free rise 🥈 Whole Wheat = rich & nutty, but slower to party 😬 Bleached Flour = flat vibes 😎 Rye = moody, mysterious, but sooo good for depth

She says: “Feed me well, and I’ll reward you with loaf magic. Treat me poorly, and I’ll sulk in the corner of your jar.”

💬 What flour do you use in your baking? Got starter stories or feeding fails? Bloomie’s listening (and judging, but lovingly).

07/29/2025

🌼 Starter Diaries #2: Bloomie’s Mood Today 🥖

Bloomie is officially feeling herself today.

After a luxurious morning feeding, she’s doubled in size, bursting with bubbles, and giving off that signature tangy sourdough sass. Honestly? She might be judging that jar of peanut butter in the cupboard—she knows her flavor is superior.

Bloomie’s current vibe: Fermenting with flair. 🍞 Ready to rise. 💁‍♀️ A little dramatic, but we love her for it.

Thinking of rehydrating your own starter? Bloomie recommends warm water, patience, and lots of pep talks.

💬 Drop a comment if you’ve fed your starter today—or if you just need a pep talk yourself. Bloomie’s in the mood to cheer on a few bakes!

07/26/2025

🌼 Starter Diaries #1: Meet Bloomie 🥖

Say hello to Bloomie, the lively sourdough starter behind Bake and Bloom! She’s bubbly, she’s wild, and she has a personality all her own. Today she woke up from her fridge nap with major rise-and-shine energy—and look at those air pockets go!

Bloomie thrives on cozy corner warmth and morning feedings, and she's officially ready to spread her doughy charm far and wide.

💬 Thinking about starting your sourdough journey? Bloomie’s got tips (and opinions). Comment below with your baking questions—or just say hi to Bloomie!