Hi, my name is Amber Perez, the heart and hands behind Amber Kneads Dough.

In July 2024, my life took an unexpected turn after an accident left me unable to continue my role as an assistant manager at a private care facility serving adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. During that uncertain season, my husband, truly the glue behind Amber Kneads Dough. Encouraged me to try making sourdough bread after store bought bread began affecting his health.With extra time and a gifted jar of sourdough starter from my sister-in-law, I began learning one day at a time. On February 18, 2025, I baked my very first sourdough loaf. It wasn’t perfect, but it was made with love and my husband couldn’t get enough. As I continued baking and experimenting, I tried the viral croissant sourdough loaf, adding my own twist. On March 15, 2025, I shared both my original and croissant sourdough loaves at a family yard sale, never expecting the response I would receive. One taste led to encouragement, opportunity, and the start of something bigger than I ever imagined. Today, Amber Kneads Dough is blessed with an incredible community and offers weekly pop-ups and pre-orders. I love creating handcrafted sourdough, experimenting with inclusion loaves, and sharing bread made with care and love.

Thank you for supporting my small business. This dream rises because of you, I knead you 💜