About Me
Our Story
Hi, my name's Sam — creator of and head baker at Butterside Bars. From a young age I loved baking and had always dreamed of starting my own bakery but it seemed like an insurmountable goal. I didn't fully believe in myself or know where to start. Butterside Bars became a reality one Thursday in March as I drove home from my full time engineering job. I passed a little farmer's market walking distance from my house and it looked so cozy, approachable, and simple. After weeks of feeling unmotivated at work and the occasional burst of anxiety over what to do with my life, I saw that market and thought to myself, "I can sell brownies at a farmers market right? I could start a bakery online and sell from home". I finally zoomed out and recognized how privileged my life had been — countless people would do anything to be in my position. The very least I could do with everything I've been given is try and follow my dreams — do something with my life that aligns with my soul.
From that moment on, with encouragement from my little sister, I consistently worked to make my dream a reality. Recipe testing, researching, and logo designing until everything was perfect. But the one thing more important than perfection is finally starting, so here I am.
Why Bars Beat Cookies
With the recent explosion in popularity of large, thick cookies with a soft center, some might say I'd have more success starting another cookie business. But I believe bars will have their moment to shine soon, and Butterside Bars is here to make it happen. In my opinion, what people love about these trending cookies are their gooey center — getting to it is the overall goal with every crusty outer bite you take. However with bars, you get straight to the good stuff, no wasted time and calories on the hardened exterior. (Not to mention, the texture stays perfectly soft and fudgy for days). But don't worry, for the people out there who like a toasty crunch we have the perfect alternative coming soon.
Commitment to Quality
The best bars start with the best ingredients. That's why we source only the finest butter, sustainably sourced chocolate, and real vanilla. No artificial flavors, added preservatives, or shortcuts—just pure, quality ingredients that you can taste in every bite. All our recipes were taste tested by family (the toughest critics) to ensure a perfect balance of rich flavor, addictive texture, and overall eating experience. Yes I taste each batch for quality control, I can't help how dedicated I am to my job.
