Guten Tag!
We’re Anita and Hendrik.
We live here on the Mornington Peninsula, and started Butterken Bakery in Mt Eliza because we’re passionate about bringing German bread culture to Australia.
We are dedicated to handcrafting sourdough bread of artisan quality, with a modern approach to health, sustainability and taste.
We take the best from tradition and innovation, so that our customers can live and eat better.Come and taste the difference when you visit our German bakery!
Our values
Live and eat better
We love sourdough bread for its superior flavour and health qualities. It’s why we only use natural, high quality ingredients and proper techniques to maximise nutrition.
Seasonal is sustainable
We use seasonal produce, working directly with farmers and suppliers from across Victoria and bordering regions. Come on in and check out our rotating specials!
Shared experiences
We bake on-site in an open production space so that you can see what goes into your bread from start to finish for yourself.
Handmade bread is our passion
Bread is an art and a science. Our bakers are skilled at producing breads of authentic artisan quality. We pride ourselves on the focus, care and passion that this demands.
What is sourdough?
Sourdough is simply a combination of water and flour. Have you ever wondered about the science behind it? Wild yeast and bacteria can be found in the air, on the surface of grains and even on your skin. When you combine water and flour and let it ferment at the right temperature, the good bacteria and yeast start to consume the flour, producing gas that can leaven ( raise) bread.
Our bread is known for its moist crumb, which is achieved by using a high water content and sourdough. As a result, machine slicing can be challenging without damaging the loaf. Hence, we don't slice our bread. Additionally, the thick crust plays a vital role in preserving the moisture within the bread.
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