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Master the Art ofSourdough BakingFrom Home

Join 5,000+ certified bakers worldwide. Learn traditional techniques through interactive video lessons, live workshops, and earn your professional certification.

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"The gold standard of online bread education"
F&WFood & Wine
"A must for serious home bakers"
BABon Appétit
"Transformed how we think about sourdough"
ForbesForbes
"One of the top culinary ed platforms of 2025"
SAVEURSaveur
"Rigorous, inspiring, and deeply practical"
GuardianThe Guardian
"Dean's method is genuinely revolutionary"
EaterEater
"The internet's best sourdough school"
NYTThe New York Times
"The gold standard of online bread education"
F&WFood & Wine
"A must for serious home bakers"
BABon Appétit
"Transformed how we think about sourdough"
ForbesForbes
"One of the top culinary ed platforms of 2025"
SAVEURSaveur
"Rigorous, inspiring, and deeply practical"
GuardianThe Guardian
"Dean's method is genuinely revolutionary"
EaterEater
"The internet's best sourdough school"
Why Choose Us

Everything You Need toBake with Confidence

Our comprehensive platform combines structured learning, live mentorship, and community support to accelerate your sourdough journey.

Interactive Video Lessons

HD video lessons with step-by-step guidance, pause-and-practice moments, and downloadable recipe cards.

Live Workshops

Weekly live sessions with master bakers. Small groups of max 15 students for personalized feedback.

Progress Tracking

Visual dashboards track your learning journey, lesson completions, quiz scores, and skill milestones.

Community Forum

Connect with 5,000+ fellow bakers. Share your loaves, troubleshoot problems, and celebrate wins together.

Professional Certification

Earn industry-recognized certificates upon course completion to showcase your sourdough expertise.

Expert Instructor Support

Direct access to certified instructors via Q&A threads, live sessions, and personalized feedback.

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Sourdough Starter Kit

Everything a beginner needs to bake their first perfect loaf — no fluff, no filler. Used by over 12,000 home bakers worldwide.

15-Page Beginner Guide

Step-by-step starter creation & first loaf

Hydration Calculator

Auto-calculates water ratios for any flour

7-Day Baking Schedule

Exactly when to feed, fold, and bake

Equipment Checklist

What you actually need (and what to skip)

Troubleshooting Sheet

Fix flat loaves, dense crumb & more

3 Bonus Video Lessons

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Live Learning

Join LiveWorkshops

Connect with master bakers in real-time. Ask questions, get personalized feedback, and bake alongside world-class experts from the comfort of your kitchen.

  • Weekly live sessions with expert instructors
  • Small groups of max 15 students
  • Full recording access included
  • Interactive Q&A and live feedback
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Live: Mastering Lamination Techniques

Live: Mastering Lamination Techniques

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Chef Sofia AndersenChef Sofia Andersen
Saturday, May 10, 202610:00 AM PST
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Live: Starter Troubleshooting Q&A

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Wednesday, May 14, 20266:00 PM PST
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Live: Artisan Scoring Masterclass

Live: Artisan Scoring Masterclass

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Saturday, May 17, 202611:00 AM PST
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Student Success Stories

Real Bakers, Real Results

From first loaf to professional certification — see how our students transformed their baking and their lives.

5,200+
Certified Graduates
4.9
Average Rating
94%
Completion Rate
87%
Recommend to Friends
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“After 6 months of dense, disappointing loaves, this academy completely transformed my baking. The fermentation science course was a revelation. I now bake loaves I'm genuinely proud of — and I just opened my own cottage bakery.”
Before

Dense, gummy loaves every time

After

Beautiful open crumb, consistent results

Opened a cottage bakery within 8 months
Lena Crawford
Lena Crawford
Home Baker → Certified Graduate
Portland, OR·Sourdough Fundamentals
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Student's actual bake — Lena Crawford

“Even as a professional, the lamination course taught me techniques I hadn't encountered before. The certification added real credibility.”

Yuki T.
Yuki T.
Professional Pastry Chef
Sourdough Pastries

“I bake with my kids every weekend now. The beginner modules are so well-paced — I never felt lost or overwhelmed.”

Daniel R.
Daniel R.
Stay-at-Home Dad
Sourdough Fundamentals

“We now serve house-made sourdough at our restaurant. The ROI on this course was immediate — guests rave about the bread.”

Sofia M.
Sofia M.
Restaurant Owner
Advanced Techniques

“Retirement project turned passion. I've gifted loaves to every neighbor on my street. The science behind fermentation is fascinating.”

Tom H.
Tom H.
Retired Engineer
Fermentation Science

“The health and nutrition module was eye-opening. I now recommend sourdough to my clients and teach them how to make it.”

Aisha K.
Aisha K.
Nutritionist
Whole Grain & Health

“Hired two graduates from this academy. Their foundational knowledge is exceptional — they hit the ground running from day one.”

James L.
James L.
Bakery Owner
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Everything You Want to Know

We've answered the questions that come up most before students decide to enroll. Still have something on your mind? Reach out anytime.

Getting Started

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Absolutely not! Our Beginner courses are designed for complete newcomers. We start from the very basics — what sourdough is, how to create your first starter from scratch, and how to bake your first loaf with simple household equipment. Thousands of our students had never baked bread before enrolling.

Still have questions? Our team is happy to help you find the right course.

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Join thousands of bakers who have transformed their skills with our certified sourdough program. Your first perfect loaf is just a course away.

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