Tell CrumbClock when you want fresh bread. It tells you when to start.
Reverse scheduler + recipe storage + bake journal for sourdough bakers.
Free forever for basic baking. No credit card needed.
The problem
Sourdough timing is hard. We make it simple.
Great bread requires precise timing across many steps. Most bakers end up guessing.
Timing is everything
Sourdough has dozens of time-sensitive steps. Miss one window and your bread suffers. Most bakers rely on sticky notes and alarms.
Temperature changes everything
A warm kitchen speeds up fermentation. A cold one slows it down. Recipes never account for your actual environment.
Backward math is hard
"I want bread at 6 PM Sunday" — now work backward through 15 steps across 24 hours. Most people just guess and hope.
How it works
Bake with confidence, every time
CrumbClock handles the scheduling so you can focus on the dough.
Reverse scheduling
Tell us when you want bread ready. CrumbClock works backward to give you exact start times for every step.
Step-by-step guidance
Follow along with a simple checklist or a fully guided bake. Check off each step as you go.
Starter wake-up planning
Is your starter in the fridge? Lazy? CrumbClock adds the right prep feeds so your starter is ready.
Recipe library
Browse curated sourdough recipes — from beginner sandwich loaves to advanced country miches. Pro unlocks the full collection.
Recipe import
Already have a favorite recipe? Import it by pasting text, uploading a photo, or dropping in a URL. CrumbClock parses it instantly.
Bake journal
Log every bake — notes, crumb shots, what worked and what didn't. Build a record of your progress over time.
From our bakers
Bakers love CrumbClock
“I finally made bread on a weekday! CrumbClock told me exactly when to start Saturday night so I had a fresh loaf by Sunday morning.”
Sarah M.
Home baker, 6 months
“The reverse scheduling is brilliant. I just say "bread by 6 PM" and it figures out the rest. No more spreadsheets.”
James R.
Sourdough hobbyist, 2 years
“As a beginner, the step-by-step checklist was a lifesaver. I could see exactly where I was and what was coming next.”
Lisa T.
Beginner baker
Pricing
Free to start. Pro when you're ready.
The free tier has everything you need to get started. Upgrade to Pro for reverse scheduling, journal, and more.
Free
- Basic forward timer (start now)
- 3 saved recipes
- Built-in starter recipes
- Step checklist
Pro
That's $3.25/month — save $21 vs monthly
Start 7-day free trialNo credit card required to try
- Reverse scheduler (pick target eat time)
- Unlimited saved recipes
- Bake journal + notes
- Shareable recipe & journal entries
- Step reminders (email/push)
- "Adjust when behind" rescheduling
- Multiple starter profiles
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
You tell CrumbClock when you want fresh bread — Sunday at 6 PM, for example — and it works backward to tell you exactly when to feed your starter, mix your dough, shape, proof, and bake. No more guessing.
Not at all. Beginners get simplified guidance and presets. Experienced bakers get full control over hydration, temperature, and timing. Same app, different depth.
Quick Bake is a simple forward timer — great for experienced bakers who just need a steps reminder. Guided Bake (Pro) is the full reverse scheduling experience: pick when you want bread ready, and CrumbClock generates your personalized schedule.
Yes — the free tier includes forward timers, 3 saved recipes, built-in starter recipes, and step checklists. Upgrade to Pro for reverse scheduling, unlimited recipes, bake journal, and more.
The journal (Pro) lets you log notes, ratings, and photos for each bake. You can share journal entries with friends via a link. Great for tracking what works and improving over time.
Yes — CrumbClock is designed mobile-first. Install it as a PWA for the best experience, including reliable baking reminders.