My sourdough journey
Hi, I'm Katie! Welcome to Knead That: Sourdough Creations, rooted right here in Adamstown, Maryland. What started as an "I can do that" has grown into a weekly tradition of baking handcrafted loaves with exceptional flavor and care.
Born from obsession and determination
Watching the sourdough movement unfold online, I was envious of those gorgeous golden loaves, yet the whole process felt daunting. Instead of buying a dehydrated starter packet for ten dollars without any guarantee of success, I committed to trying my hand at making my own starter from scratch in December 2025.
I knew I had flour, water, and relentless determination (hyper fixation, if we're being honest). After 22 days of patient daily feedings, I finally produce a bubbly, active starter! That excitement never faded and every bake since has been driven by the joy of crafting beautiful, flavorful bread to share with my family, friends, and community.
The magic of a 48-hour cold proof
Great bread cannot be rushed. To develop our signature blistered crust and rich, complex flavor, each loaf undergoes a 48-hour cold proofing process. This extended fermentation allows the wild yeasts and lactic acid bacteria to unlock that irresistible authentic sourdough tang while improving texture and digestibility.
Why only 15 loaves every Sunday?
We keep our Sunday drops capped strictly at 15 loaves for one simple reason: oven space! Knead That is an authentic small-batch home cottage bakery. Baking in tiny batches ensures that every single loaf gets undivided attention, hand-scoring, and artisanal care from start to finish so our neighbors can experience the ultimate fresh bake.
"The 48-hour cold proof gives this bread the most incredible crust and perfect tang. It is the highlight of our Sunday breakfast table in Frederick!"
A happy Frederick sourdough lover