Handcrafted in Small Batches
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A cottage food bakery on a mission to provide health‑focused baked goods made without bio‑engineered (BE) ingredients, artificial additives, or dyes whenever possible.
Featured Creations
Discover our most beloved items, each crafted with passion and the finest ingredients
Side Yard Celebration Cakes
Side Yard Celebration Cakes Make your moments memorable with a cake crafted just for you. Side Yard Celebration Cakes are baked to order using natural, thoughtfully sourced ingredients — no artificial additives, no dyes, and no bio‑engineered ingredients. Every cake is made in small batches for the freshest flavor and the kind of quality you can taste. Scratch made: no box mixes ever. Clean Ingredients, Full Flavor Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, milestone, or simply treating the people you love, these cakes offer a clean‑ingredient option without compromising creativity. Choose your size, flavor, and frosting style, and let your cake become the centerpiece of your celebration. Made Fresh Under Michigan Cottage Food Law Each order is baked from scratch in a home kitchen operating under the Michigan Cottage Food Law. This means small‑batch quality, personal attention, and craftsmanship you can trust. Pricing 6‑inch round cake (two layers): starting at $60 Contact Us Reach out for additional sizes, décor, specialty flavors, gluten sensitivities, vegan, dairy-free, and smash cakes.
Sourdough Bread
This is bread stripped to its essentials: flour, water, salt, and patience. We fold it by hand, ferment slowly, and bake hot. The result? A loaf with depth of flavor that only time can create—tangy, tender, and true. This is sourdough in its purest form. Delivered unsliced to preserve the perfect crust. Looking to explore flavors? Choose from our rotating lineup of inclusions: Farmhouse Seed — a rustic blend of poppy seeds, sesame seeds, fennel, and sea salt Green Goddess — A bright, herb‑forward sourdough infused with our dried Green Goddess seasoning blend — featuring onion, garlic, chives, green onion, spinach, lemon, and parsley. It bakes into a fragrant, savory loaf with a fresh, zesty finish and a beautiful green‑flecked crumb. Sesame Seed — A toasty, nutty sourdough with a golden sesame‑crusted exterior and a soft, flavorful crumb. Simple, fragrant, and perfect for everyday eating. Multigrain — Hearty, nutty, and packed with rolled oats, hemp hearts, pumpkin seeds, flax, and millet. Soft chew, great crunch, and a naturally rich flavor that shines with butter or jam. Jalapeño Cheddar — A savory loaf with a gentle kick — real cheddar and diced jalapeños folded in for warm, flavorful bites. Excellent toasted or paired with soup. Sea Salt Rosemary — fragrant, earthy rosemary with a bright sprinkle of sea salt Cranberry Walnut — tart cranberries and toasted walnuts for a hearty, slightly sweet loaf Green Olive — briny, buttery green olives folded throughout for a savory bite (includes pimento) Kalamata Olive — rich, deep purple olives that add a bold Mediterranean flavor Everything Bagel Seasoning — sesame, poppy, garlic, onion, and sea salt for a familiar, crave‑worthy crunch Cinnamon Sugar — warm cinnamon and sweet sugar swirled into a comforting treat Cinnamon Raisin — plump raisins and cinnamon for a classic breakfast loaf Iced Cinnamon Raisin — our cinnamon raisin loaf finished with a drizzle of vanilla icing for extra indulgence Italian Herb — A fragrant, savory loaf infused with a balanced blend of Italian herbs. Soft, tender crumb and a golden, crisp crust — perfect for pasta night, dipping in olive oil, or building your best sandwich. Italian Herb & Cheese — Our Italian herb blend paired with sharp cheddar folded into the dough. The cheese melts into pockets of flavor while keeping the crumb soft and the crust beautifully blistered. Warm, aromatic, and satisfyingly cheesy. Roasted Garlic & Chive — Slow‑roasted garlic and dried chives folded gently into the dough. Sweet, buttery garlic depth with a bright, garden‑fresh lift. Roasted Garlic Cheddar — Roasted garlic for caramelized sweetness and sharp cheddar for warm, gooey richness. Soft, cheesy crumb and a blistered golden crust — the ultimate comfort‑food sourdough. Roasted Garlic Everything — All the classic everything‑bagel flavors — sesame, poppy, garlic, onion, and sea salt — elevated with sweet roasted garlic folded into the dough. Sun‑Dried Tomato Basil — Savory sourdough with dried tomato and basil — fragrant, chewy, and full of summer flavor. Baker's Choice — For the adventurous. Choose this if you love a little mystery — I’ll bake something new from my long list of ideas. You get a one‑of‑a‑kind loaf, and I get to have creative fun. If you have dietary restrictions or ingredients to avoid, just let me know so your surprise stays a happy one. In accordance with the Michigan Cottage Food Law, soft cheese and meat cannot be included inside any loaves. Not seeing the flavor you’re craving? Inquire about custom inclusions — we love creating something special. Or check out our [Sourdough Mashup](https://sideyardbakery.com/products/sourdough-mashup) option that allows you to select 2-4 inclusions to create your own custom creation. Available Fridays Only To guarantee your loaf, please place your order by midnight on Tuesday.
Open-Canvas Cupcakes (Reg & GF)
Baked entirely from scratch — never from a box — Open‑Canvas Cupcakes are crafted with simple, natural ingredients and a whole lot of care. Available in mini or regular sizes and sold by the dozen, each batch is made to order. And because every recipe starts from the ground up, the flavor possibilities are truly endless. As long as we can source natural ingredients, we can bring just about any cupcake dream to life. Not sure what flavor to order? Reach out and tell us what you like, we're happy to create a custom creation to fit your tastebuds. Here are a few flavors we’ve crafted so far: Classic Vanilla A soft, tender vanilla cupcake made with real vanilla and simple, natural ingredients. Light, comforting, and timeless — the kind of classic that never needs dressing up to shine. Classic Chocolate Rich, moist chocolate cake with a deep cocoa flavor and a smooth, satisfying crumb. Not too sweet, not too heavy — just honest chocolate done right. Double Chocolate Classic Chocolate with a rich fudge center Black Velvet A deeper, richer take on classic velvet cake — naturally tinted, subtly cocoa‑forward, and lifted with a touch of brewed coffee for warmth and depth. Soft, smooth, and quietly bold without ever feeling heavy. Almond A delicate almond‑infused cupcake with a fine, buttery crumb and a warm, nutty aroma. Simple, fragrant, and beautifully balanced. S'mores Chocolate or vanilla base, filled with a touch of smooth fudge and topped with our homemade marshmallow crème, lightly singed with a flame for that perfect toasted finish. Lavender Vanilla A soft, fragrant lavender‑infused cupcake with a light, tender crumb. The floral notes are gentle and pair beautifully with a smooth, creamy vanilla frosting. Elegant, calming, and just sweet enough. Blueberry Lemon A bright, juicy blueberry cake baked with real berries, filled with a tangy homemade lemon curd, and topped with a fluffy lemon frosting. Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with citrus — the perfect summer cupcake. Tie‑Dye Vanilla Cupcakes — Naturally Colored & Swirled Our Tie‑Dye Vanilla Cupcakes are a burst of color inside and out — made completely with natural dyes. Each cupcake starts with our signature vanilla batter, then gets hand‑swirled with vibrant hues created from real ingredients like turmeric, strawberries, and matcha. The result is a marbled, tie‑dye cake with sunny yellows, berry pinks, and cool blues baked right into every bite. On top, we finish each cupcake with a smooth swirl of naturally tinted frosting to match the colors inside. No artificial dyes, ever — just whole‑food color and a little Side Yard Bakery magic. Confetti Baked from scratch with pure, natural ingredients and naturally colored sprinkles — no artificial dyes, flavors, or shortcuts. Soft, tender vanilla cake with cheerful confetti throughout makes these the perfect treat for birthdays, celebrations, or a simple moment of joy. In accordance with the Michigan Cottage Food Law, we are unable to offer any frosting that requires refrigeration. To order, simply choose your size with/without filling then request your flavor profile on the customize screen. We will reach out to you to confirm your order. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Freezer Aisle
Ready to Grab & Go Our Freezer Aisle (located in our home) is stocked with a rotating selection of pre‑made favorites, perfect for busy weeks, last‑minute hosting, or stocking your home freezer with Side Yard comfort. Every item is baked fresh, frozen at peak quality, and ready whenever you are — just thaw, warm, and enjoy. Our frozen breads are pre‑sliced for your convenience and perfect for quick breakfasts, snacks, or last‑minute meals. No need to thaw — simply place a slice of frozen bread straight into your toaster. Depending on your preference, you may want to toast twice for the ideal warmth and crispness. Enjoy fresh‑baked flavor with zero prep time. Frosting for Cupcakes are made to order Contact for multiple cupcake order discount Once you purchase, I will contact you for pickup instructions- if you're at the farm stand, simply come up to the house and I'll pull it for you.
Cookies (Reg & GF)
Choose from one of our delicious flavors (regular or gluten-free): Sold by the dozen. Mom's Chocolate Chip: In loving memory of Sue Raimer (1959–2021) Soft‑centered, lightly crisp, and filled with melty chocolate, these cookies celebrate the recipe Sue passed down with joy. Each batch is a small tribute to her kindness, her creativity, and the way she made every treat feel like home. Original Oatmeal: A timeless favorite, our Original Oatmeal Cookies blend rustic texture with melt‑in‑your‑mouth warmth. They’re irresistibly comforting—expect smiles, crumbs, and grateful little thank‑you's from the moment you serve them. Spicy Oatmeal Molasses: A wholesome blend of rolled oats, molasses, and warming spices creates a cookie that’s naturally flavorful and deeply aromatic. Soft, chewy, and made with simple ingredients, these cookies offer a cozy, satisfying bite without anything artificial. Sugar: Made with simple ingredients and baked to a soft, tender crumb, our Sugar Cookies offer pure, uncomplicated sweetness. Their delicate texture and warm vanilla aroma make them a timeless favorite for every cookie lover. Old‑Town Molasses: A throwback to classic Midwestern bakery traditions — deeply spiced, rich with molasses, and impossibly soft. Made with warm spices and a generous pour of molasses. Delicate Citrus: Soft little clouds of sunshine — lightly sweet, impossibly airy, and lifted with the fresh, fragrant zest of real oranges. Made with Greek yogurt for a tender, melt‑away crumb, these cookies feel weightless in your hand and even lighter on the palate. Each batch is hand‑mixed in small Side Yard batches, giving them their signature soft texture and bright citrus aroma. Snickerdoodle: Cinnamon and sugar, our Snickerdoodles bake up soft and tender with a delicate crumb. Pure, simple ingredients — classic snickerdoodle flavor. Iced Lemon: Our Iced Lemon Sugar Cookies are soft, tender, and bursting with fresh lemon zest. Each cookie is topped with a silky lemon glaze that adds the perfect sweet‑tart finish. Light, bright, and melt‑in‑your‑mouth soft — a sunny little treat in every bite. We are very careful with ingredients, especially since we've had previous ingredient restrictions. Please be aware that our kitchen handles a variety of items, including nuts and wheat. If you have any food allergies, let us know so we can take every reasonable precaution. However, we cannot guarantee that any product will be completely free from potential allergens.
Seasonal Specialty Sourdough
We rotate seasonal sourdough flavors all year long, each one small‑batch and here for a limited time. Pumpkin Spice — Pumpkin blended with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves for a warm, cozy loaf with a naturally sweet finish. Available for a short time only. Available Fridays Only To guarantee your loaf, please place your order by midnight on Tuesday.
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What started as a passion for baking in our home kitchen has grown into a beloved local business. We're committed to bringing you the same quality and care that we put into every item we make for our own family.