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access to all my recipes, tips, tricks and baking knowledge all in one spot!
Not sure how to navigate Behind the Baker Substack? This post will walk you through everything start to finish :)
Hi, I’m Skylar—a self-taught baker, small business owner, and mom to a little girl named Norah. Whether you found me through Instagram, TikTok, or just happened to stumble upon this space, Behind the Baker is where all pieces of my world come together.
This newsletter is your cozy corner for everything from my favorite bakes to quick meals for the busy mom, plus the real behind-the-scenes of running a small baking business from home. Whether you are here for the sugar, the strategy, or the survival tips, I am so so glad you’re here.
This post will walk you through exactly what you can expect around here, how to navigate, and how to make this newsletter your fav read.
what behind the baker is all about
This Substack is a peek behind the curtain— behind the piping bags, speedy nap-time meal preps and small business hustle. Here’s what I’ll be sharing:
Signature Recipes — Ones I have tested for years, mastered and adore. From warm and pillowy cinnamon rolls, to the complex lamination of croissants, to beginner-friendly cakes.
Baking Tips & Techniques — From years of trial and error I can save you sooo much time- from silky smooth buttercream to perfect macaron shells.
Favorites and Finds — My must-haves for baking, cleanup, and everything in between.
Mom Life — Quick meals for when you just don’t have the time, real-talk reflections, and the chaotic beauty of raising a tiny human while running a small business and trying to stay sane.
Small Business Tips — Realistic advice from someone who built a home bakery at 20 weeks pregnant with lots of hard work and hustle.
when you’ll here from me
I’ll be popping into your inbox about twice a week- sometimes more if I’m feeling chatty or inspired :)
Recipe Drops: This is what you can expect the most of! Usually early in the week so you can prep for some fun weekend bakes.
Business Tips: Monthly mini-guides for anyone wanting to turn their hobby into something more.
Mom Life + Favs: Think Friday or Sunday reads, perfect with coffee and a blanket.
free vs. paid subscriptions
Here’s what you can expect:
Free Subscribers: Access to some recipes, mom content, and occasional behind-the-scenes updates.
Paid Subscribers: All of my exclusive bakes, early access to new recipes, every bit of small business knowledge my brain holds, and subscriber-only Q&A’s.
Your support helps me continue sharing what I love— and lets me spend a little more time recipe testing while Norah naps :)
how to navigate
Looking for something specific? I’m keeping things organized with my Behind the Baker Index.
This index is your go-to guide for everything I’ve shared so far—organized by category so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Whether you're here for cookie recipes, cake tutorials, savory bakes, or small business tips, you'll find each post linked under its section. Think of it as a living recipe book and business resource that’ll keep growing over time. Bookmark it, browse around, and check back often!
From the bottom of my heart, thanks for being here. I can’t wait to share more with you.
— Skylar