
Catering Menu Released!
I am beyond excited to finally share something I’ve been working on behind the scenes—my brand-new catering menu! 🎉

🥨 Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Toffee Cookies - my full recipe!
If you’ve spent any time baking in the Midwest, you know we have a soft spot for recipes that pull double duty: they’ve gotta taste amazing and look good enough to set on a church potluck table without embarrassment. These Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Toffee Cookies check both boxes — and then some.

How Supporting a Home Bakery Supports Your Local Community: The Ripple Effect of Shopping Small
The next time you’re deciding between grabbing a treat from the supermarket or ordering from a small, local baker, just know that your choice makes a difference beyond your plate. ♥


“When the Burnout Hits Hard: On Rest, Boundaries, and Taking a Break”
That’s the thing about rest: it’s not indulgent. It’s not lazy. It’s necessary. You can’t pour from an empty cup—and I had been trying to for far too long.

July 2025 Newsletter!
July 2025 Newsletter - menu change up! New products announced and July’s featured product released!






Scones, Surprises & a Dash of Something New
Lately, I've found myself craving something buttery, crumbly, and just a little indulgent… Plus a “basket” of a surprise!

Finding Time for Myself
My days often blend together in a blur of caregiving, cooking, and catering. It’s easy to get lost in the demands of others, constantly trying to fulfill everyone’s needs. But if I’m being honest, I’ve learned the hard way that putting myself last isn’t sustainable.

🥪 A Soft Sourdough Discard Sandwich Loaf You’ll Want to Bake Every Week
My tried-and-true recipe for a buttery and sandwich loaf that helps use up sourdough discard, but without the wait and hassle of traditional sourdough bread!

Cottage Bakery Journey so far…
Sure, running a side-business is full of challenges, from balancing time and managing supplies to handling unexpected setbacks. But every early morning spent mixing dough, every batch of cookies pulled from the oven, and every satisfied customer who returns for more is a reminder of why I do this. The work is hard, but it’s my work, and that means everything.


The Balancing Act: Being a Full-Time Mom, a Full-Time Worker, and Running a Cottage Bakery
Who is DoughBliss and how does it all work? Here’s a little about how I run my day and find balance between being a wife, mom, baker, and full-time worker.

