Buttercup Cottage Bakery is a small-batch artisan bakery in St. Joseph, Missouri, specializing in naturally fermented sourdough breads, NY-style sourdough bagels, and handcrafted baked goods.

What began as a passion for traditional baking and sourdough fermentation has grown into a beloved local bakery serving customers through weekly bake drops, pop-ups, special events, and community partnerships. Every loaf, bagel, and baked treat is made from scratch using quality ingredients, time-honored techniques, and the patience that great baking requires.

At Buttercup Cottage Bakery, small-batch doesn't mean limited quality—it means intentional baking. Every product is prepared with care, attention to detail, and a commitment to creating something worth gathering around the table for.

We believe the best baking cannot be rushed.

That's why our sourdough products are made using naturally leavened fermentation, allowing flavor and texture to develop over time. From mixing dough and feeding starters to shaping, baking, and packaging, every step is completed with purpose.

Our process focuses on:

• Naturally fermented sourdough methods
• Thoughtfully developed recipes
• Quality ingredients
• Small-batch production
• Freshly baked products prepared with care

This approach allows us to create baked goods that feel both comforting and elevated while maintaining the consistency our customers have come to expect.

Buttercup Cottage Bakery began as a licensed cottage bakery with a simple goal: to share handcrafted sourdough breads and baked goods with the local community.

What started in a home kitchen quickly grew through word-of-mouth support, community events, farmers markets, pop-ups, and loyal customers who believed in the bakery from the very beginning. That support has allowed Buttercup Cottage Bakery to continue growing while staying true to the values that built it—quality, consistency, and genuine connection with the people we serve.

Today, we continue to operate as a small-batch bakery focused on creating exceptional sourdough products and memorable bakery experiences for our customers throughout St. Joseph and the surrounding communities.