Early Rise Sourdough

Asked my boss for a weekend off. He said “Let’s do it. Get monster trucks? And cupcakes?” Yes. And yes.

So next weekend I won’t be baking, order extras for this weekend’s pickup. Throw a loaf or cookies in the freezer—they freeze beautifully!

Also, any recommendations on a last minute weekend getaway with a rambunctious little boy? 💙 Driving distance. Tell me all your favorite places!

Father’s Day weekend already? 💙

What have you got planned? Firing up the grill? Going out for brunch? Or is brunch only a Mother’s Day thing? 🤔

This week’s menu is inspired by some of my favorite dads (and one opinionated little guy.)

Chili Crisp Sourdough is my dad’s favorite, so of course it’s making an appearance.

Strawberries & Cream Cookies are my husband’s favorite, so they earned a spot too.

Chocolate Chip Scones are my kiddo’s favorite…and let’s be real, his opinion carries the most weight around here. 😂

And by SUPER popular request lately…Lemon Blueberry Scones made a comeback. (So sorry, I had a bunch of oranges to use up before I bought a bunch of lemons!) 🍋

Preorders open through 8pm tomorrow (Wednesday) for Friday and Saturday pickup. Honors Porch Stand will be set up by 8am Saturday as well.

www.hotplate.com/earlyrisesourdough

I made it. I slept terribly last night. It’s humid as hell.
Buuuuut it’s not raining. I don’t think I forgot anyone’s preorders—you all listened when I told you to preorder for the Historic Downtown Liberty Farmers' Market if you don’t want to get here early!)
Come by and see me!

Porch Stand is open in Grain Valley!
206 W Walnut St
GVMO
64029

Happy Saturday everyone!

Maybe the perfect loaf?!?
Literally just came out of the oven—hints the oven glove—but is so beautiful I couldn’t not show you! 🤩
No filter, just portrait mode on the good old iPhone camera. In the natural morning light. Gah, what beautiful morning it is out. ☀️

Happy Friday!
So much baking to do today!
🤎 So many preorders this weekend.
🤎 I’ll be at the Downtown Liberty Farmers' Market tomorrow morning 8-12!
🤎 Porch Stand will be set up by 6:30am tomorrow morning. 206 W Walnut St, GVMO, 64029. Cash/venmo.

I have one small Apple Cinnamon Pecan Loaf now yet claimed. Let me know if you want to call dibs! (And prepay.)

I get excited about bread.
Bread that I bake.
Bread that my Sourdough 101 students bake.
Bread that some random person I gave starter to bakes.
And today? This bread.

One of my hair clients handed me a bag and said, “This might be weird, but we flew back from San Francisco last night and I brought you this.”

You guys. I was SO excited.

This is Boudin Sourdough—one of the most iconic sourdough breads in the country. The starter used to make this loaf has been alive since 1849. Seriously. Over 175 years of sourdough history in one loaf.

As a sourdough baker, there’s something really special about having this bread…yes I know that sounds totally weird. 😆 Now if you’ll excuse me, I have some important taste-testing to do.

That Apple Cinnamon Pecan Loaf we all loved? It’s back for the weekend! 🍎

I made homemade apple butter with all the warm spices to replace some water in the dough. Then it’s packed with chunky apples, pecans and cinnamon chips.
Friends, it’s seriously so good!
There will be a limited number and all are up for preorder-if they sell out, there won’t be any available at the Historic Downtown Liberty Farmers' Market or on my Porch Stand Saturday. So don’t wait if one is calling your name.

Can’t wait to see you all at the Market Saturday! It feels like I haven’t been in forever!

🤎 Preorders open through Wednesday 8pm.
🤎 Pickups on the Porch Friday and Saturday.
🤎 Pickups at the Market In Liberty Saturday 8-12.

www.hotplate.com/earlyrisesourdough

Happy Friday! 🤎 Bake Day is my fave!

Did you catch the smell garlic wafting from downtown?? Because you should. 🧄 Lots of Roasted Garlic and Herb baked this morning!

It’s First Fridays in Downtown Grain Valley tonight! Last month, I ran into several people who asked why I didn’t set up a booth. The answer is simple: I want to enjoy the festivities with my sweet boy! I’ll have plenty of bread for you tomorrow morning.
You’ll find me at the Foam Party tonight! 🫧

Porch Stand will be open tomorrow morning at 8am for those of you who didn’t preorder. Loaves, scones, cookies, granola, all the good stuff.

Don’t forget Daisy’s Dane Sanctuary fundraiser at The Local tomorrow afternoon as well! Support a great cause and local business at the same time!

You guys remember the huge Great Dane rescue that was all over the news recently? Saving so many dogs is an incredible undertaking—but caring for all those sweet babies takes a whole lot of resources. Food, vet care, supplies, and shelter don't just magically appear.

That's why I'm excited to support a fundraiser this Saturday at The Local in Downtown Grain Valley. When they asked if I'd be willing to donate, the answer was an easy yes.

We've had to say goodbye to both of our elderly dogs in the last nine months, so I know firsthand the financial cost and emotional investment that comes with loving and caring for animals. Although, to be fair, neither of ours was anywhere near Great Dane size... even if you combined them. 😆

I'll be donating a six-month sourdough subscription (because six months of fresh bread sounds pretty great to me!), along with several loaves of course.

If you're free Saturday, stop by and support a fantastic organization doing important work. And if you've never been to The Local, consider this your excuse—the burgers are amazing!

Come eat, buy some raffle tickets, and help some very deserving dogs. ❤️🐾

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💙 check out this fun Father’s Day gift in my favorite little Downtown! 💙

🔥 NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥

Downtown Grain Valley is partnering with Society Cigar Company and The Local Table and Bar for a Father’s Day weekend experience unlike anything we’ve hosted before!

Join us for an elevated evening featuring:
Specialty whiskey cocktails
Mixology instruction including cocktail smoking demonstrations Premium ci**rs
Cigar & whiskey pairing education
AND MORE!

Additional ci**rs and discounted food will be available for purchase during the event.

Space is limited to keep the experience intimate and enjoyable, so early ticket purchase is encouraged: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-dad-lounge-ci**rs-and-cocktails

For sponsorship opportunities please DM us or reach out to [email protected]