Artisan Breads & Sweet Treats
sourdough and other baked goods made with
100% locally sourced stone ground flour
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach me at kelli@themindfulloaf.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
The stand is located at 96 Dyer Bay Rd, in Steuben ME. Rather than having a storefront, there is a self serve stand located in the driveway that operates on the honor system. You can order ahead online (which we highly encourage) and your order will be available for pickup from the stand on the next bake day, or you can come by and see what items are available on a first come, first serve basis. I do bake a limited amount of first come, first serve items each bake day and the selection varies every day!
The stand is stocked with freshly baked goods every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday morning and is open on those days from 10am until dusk, or until it is empty (whichever comes first). The stand is sometimes open on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays stocked with items from the previous day's baking session but this is highly dependent on what is remaining for inventory - for the most up to date info on whether the stand is open on non-bake days, please see our Facebook page! If the stand is open on a Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday, it operates on a "take what you need, pay what you can" payment system.
If the stand is open on a Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday, it operates on a "take what you need, pay what you can" payment system on those days only and it is stocked with the leftover items from the previous morning's bake. What that means will vary from person to person, and only you can decide that for yourself - I encourage people in need to come and get something to eat, but I also appreciate those who can/do contribute financially in any amount as that helps keep the cycle turning (as much as I am honored to be able to help those in need, these items did also cost money in ingredients/electricity to produce as well as time and effort).
My only request is that customers are considerate that there may also be others in need, and please don't wipe the stand out of everything all at once - and to please pay this kindness forward someday however you are able to.
PLEASE NOTE - on fresh bake days (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays) normal marked prices apply to all items in the stand. "Take what you need, pay what you can" only applies on day-old items.
No - I do stock the stand with a limited variety of items on each bake day that are available on a first come, first serve basis, but it is highly recommended that you order ahead if you would like something specific, or if you would like a certain quantity of an item. The variety of extra items that are available is different from day to day, and sometimes quantities are quite limited.
The short answer - maybe, send a message or email to ask.
The long answer - while I try my best to accommodate requests to have orders ready before 10am, there are reasons why 10am is the usual earliest pickup time. I bake everything the morning of pickup, and I operate from a home kitchen with only residential appliances. I have a lot to bake each morning and only so much time to do it - and some things have to be baked in a certain order (i.e., all of the bread has to bake first because it takes the longest to cool). So, send me a message/email and let me know what you'd like to order and what pickup time you would prefer - and I will let you know if it is possible.
I offer gluten-friendly cookies! Our kitchen is not gluten-free certified, but I can substitute the regular flour with a certified gluten-free flour. However, it is possible that GF items may come into contact with trace amounts of gluten during production.
I currently do not offer sourdough as gluten-friendly.
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About The Mindful Loaf
Our Story
At The Mindful Loaf Baking Company, I believe in the art of baking with purpose. My home kitchen journey began with a passion for wholesome, locally sourced ingredients and a commitment to being integrated with our community.
Menu / Price List
Sourdough Breads
Artisanal breads made from locally sourced stone ground flour with a long ferment time for that signature sourdough tang
Classic Sourdough Loaf
8
A traditional sourdough made with sifted wheat flour
Multi-Grain Sourdough Loaf
10
A hearty loaf made with whole wheat, whole rye, and whole spelt flours
Seeded Sourdough Loaf
10
Classic sourdough with added sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and flaxseed
Also available in whole wheat
Jalapeno Cheddar Sourdough
10
Classic sourdough loaf with added fresh jalapeno peppers and real cheddar cheese
Also available in whole wheat
Whole Wheat Sourdough Loaf
8
Sourdough loaf made with whole wheat flour
Cranberry Walnut Sourdough
10
Classic sourdough loaf with added dried cranberries and walnuts
Also available in whole wheat
Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Loaf
10
Classic sourdough with a swirl of sweet cinnamon sugar
Also available in whole wheat
Cinnamon Raisin Swirl Sourdough
11
Cinnamon swirl loaf with added raisins
Also available in whole wheat
Other Sourdough Items
English Muffins - Half Dozen
8
Sweet and tender, these english muffins are perfect toasted with butter or as the base for a breakfast sandwich
Available flavors:
Plain - Whole Wheat - Blueberry - Cinnamon Raisin
Cinnamon Rolls - Half Dozen
12
Add raisins for an extra $1
Sweet Rolls - Half Dozen
15
Blueberry Lemon - Strawberry - Raspberry
Apple Cinnamon - Chocolate
Bagels - Half Dozen
12
Traditional boiled bagels with a dense crumb and hearty texture
Available flavors:
Plain - Whole Wheat - Poppyseed - Onion - Everything
Blueberry - Cinnamon Raisin - 3 Cheese
Focaccia
A flavorful sourdough flatbread with fresh toppings
Prices vary based on topping choice
Available toppings:
Rosemary, Sea Salt, & Olive Oil - $8
Parmigiano Reggiano, Garlic, & Herbs - $10
Jalapeno Cheddar - $12
Tomato & Basil - $12
Other Baked Goods
Baked goods can be made with whole wheat flour upon request
Cookies - One Dozen
18
Chocolate Chip - Oatmeal Raisin - Peanut Butter
Sugar Cookies** - White Chocolate Raspberry
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip
White Chocolate Macadamia Nut **
All flavors also available GF $20 *
Sourdough Brownie Tray (8x8)
22
Made with REAL chocolate - oh so fudgy with crunchy edges!
Available with or without walnuts** (or go half and half!)
*GF options are produced using a gluten-free flour substitute, however they may have come into contact with trace amounts of gluten during production **Contains tree nuts ***Our home kitchen has not been licensed or inspected by the Maine Department of Agriculture
A Gallery of The Mindful Loaf Baking Company's Delightful Treats
Contact Us
Order ahead or come visit the roadside self serve stand
I take orders ahead of time online or via phone for pickup from the self serve stand. The stand is also stocked with a limited variety of items on bake days that are available on a first come, first serve basis.
The stand is stocked with freshly baked items every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday morning
The stand is also open on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays depending on item availability
The stand closes at dusk or when it is sold out for the day, whichever comes first
The Mindful Loaf Baking Company
96 Dyer Bay Rd Steuben ME 04680
(207) 631-9355 kelli@themindfulloaf.com SELF SERVE STAND IS CLOSED THE FIRST TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Self Serve Stand Hours
Open today | 10:00 am – 08:00 pm |