About — Katered Kneads

How It Started

Made with love, not mixes

Katered Kneads started because we kept asking: why does so much "homemade" food taste like it came from a bag? We decided to do something about it.

We serve UC Berkeley and UC Davis through limited biweekly drops. We keep quantities deliberately small so every single bake gets the attention it deserves. When your order arrives, it was made for you — not sitting on a shelf.

Every drop is different. The lineup rotates, new items show up, and classics come back when the season's right. That's the point — this isn't a chain. It's a bakery with a personality.

Co-Founder

Ellyse

The one in the kitchen. Obsessed with getting every recipe exactly right — no shortcuts, no compromises, every single batch.

Co-Founder

Jake

The one who makes it all run. From logistics to drops to keeping every order on track — the engine behind the operation.

"We started Katered Kneads because we believe everyone deserves a truly great cookie — made by hand, with real ingredients, and absolutely no shortcuts."

— Ellyse & Jake, co-founders

100% Scratch No mixes, no pre-made dough. Every knead starts from raw ingredients.

Made to Order We only bake what's been ordered — no waste, maximum freshness.

Deliberately Limited Small batches so every single bake gets the care it deserves.

Don't Take Our Word for It

What our customers say

"The mochi brownies are unlike anything I've ever had. I set an alarm for the drops now — absolutely worth it."

— UC Berkeley student

"You can actually taste the difference when something is made from scratch. These cookies are the real deal."

— UC Davis customer

"I ordered on a whim and now I catch every single drop. Cannot miss one."

— recurring customer

Common Questions

Frequently Asked

How do drops work?

Orders open once every two weeks. When a drop goes live, you'll have a limited window to visit our order page and select your items. We bake exactly what's been ordered — so quantities are capped. Follow us on Instagram to be notified the moment a drop opens.

Does the menu change every drop?

Yes — the lineup rotates. Some items appear regularly, others are seasonal or one-time specials. The menu page shows our full catalog, and the order page shows what's in the current or upcoming drop.

Where do I pick up my order?

Each drop has its own pickup spot, listed as a general area before you order. Once you place your order, the exact address and time are sent to your email and shown on your confirmation page.

Do your products contain allergens?

Yes. Most of our bakes contain gluten (wheat flour), dairy (butter, milk, cream), and eggs. Everything is made in a home kitchen that also handles tree nuts, sesame, and other common allergens. Please reach out before ordering if you have a severe allergy.

Can I cancel or modify my order?

Because we bake in small, planned batches, modifications and cancellations can only be accepted up to 48 hours before pickup. After that window we're unable to offer changes or refunds. For urgent issues, reach out via Instagram DM or email and we'll do our best to help.

Get in Touch

Contact Us

kateredkneads@gmail.com

Instagram

@Katered_Kneads

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