Learn to bake confidently with gluten-free sourdough through step-by-step guidance, live support, and a community that helps you succeed.
Whether you're struggling with your starter, tired of failed loaves, or ready to expand beyond bread into pizza, bagels, cookies, cakes, and more, the Gluten-Free Sourdough Lab gives you a proven process you can trust.
You don’t need hours in the kitchen. You don’t need to be a perfect baker.
You simply need a process that works.
A few months from now, your starter is thriving and you understand the process. Fresh bread is cooling on your counter and you know what to do when something doesn't go as planned.
Instead of feeling overwhelmed by gluten-free sourdough, you feel confident.
✓ Create a strong, active gluten-free sourdough starter
✓ Bake delicious breads and baked goods with confidence
✓ Troubleshoot common sourdough challenges
✓ Understand the science of fermentation and digestibility
✓ Build a simple baking rhythm that supports your health and lifestyle
My goal is that by the time fall arrives, you'll have a reliable baking routine that provides fresh, wholesome bread for yourself and your family and makes meals easier when life gets busy again.
Many people come to the Gluten-free Sourdough Lab after years of disappointing gluten-free breads, failed recipes, and wondering whether they can ever enjoy bread again.
Others are concerned about digestive issues and want to better understand how fermentation fits into a nourishing lifestyle.
You don't need another recipe.
You need a process you can trust.
Inside the Lab, you'll learn how to create flavorful breads and baked goods from simple ingredients while gaining the confidence to adapt, troubleshoot, and make the process your own.
Because giving up gluten shouldn't mean giving up bread.
Most people don't struggle with gluten-free sourdough because they lack recipes. They struggle because they don't know what to do when something goes wrong.
A starter doesn't rise.
A loaf turns out dense.
A recipe behaves differently than expected.
An ingredient in the recipe is not right for their body.
Without guidance, it's easy to become frustrated and give up.
Inside the Lab, you'll receive step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting support, and expert feedback so you can understand what is happening and know how to move forward with confidence.
Before joining the Gluten-Free Sourdough Lab, Anne had already created her own gluten-free sourdough starter. As a dietitian and the wife of someone with celiac disease, she understood the importance of nourishing foods and wanted to provide delicious bread her husband could enjoy.
But her starter never seemed to perform well.
The breads were inconsistent.
The process felt frustrating.
Inside the Lab, Anne learned how to build a strong, active starter using a proven process and how to recognize the signs of a healthy culture.
Everything changed.
Today she regularly bakes beautiful breads, pizza, bagels, scones, cookies, and other gluten-free sourdough treats for her family.
The biggest transformation wasn't the bread. It was her confidence.
The Gluten-free Sourdough Lab was born from my longing for great gluten-free sourdough bread reminiscent of an artisanal European country boule. Watch the video below to learn more.
The Gluten-Free Sourdough Lab is a step-by-step course, recipe library, and supportive community designed to help you create delicious gluten-free sourdough breads and baked goods with confidence.
Inside you'll find:
✓ The Gluten-Free Sourdough Starter Course
✓ Monthly recipes and baking classes
✓ Live Q&A sessions and troubleshooting support
✓ Personalized feedback and guidance
✓ A supportive community of fellow bakers
✓ Seasonal inspiration and special events
You'll never have to figure it out alone.
Inside the Lab you'll learn to create a variety of delicious gluten-free sourdough recipes, including:
• Artisan breads
• Soft sandwich loaves
• Pizza crust
• Bavarian pretzels
• Bagels
• Crackers
• Cookies
• Cinnamon rolls
• Cakes
• Seasonal recipes and baked goods
New recipes and classes are added regularly.
“I’m now always baking! Bread, blueberry scones, pancakes, pizza, cookies, and everyone loves it all… even the kids and people that do not eat gluten-free love all the recipes I now make!” ~Merav S.
“You guys, the seeded, whole grain GF sourdough bread is 😍 ahhh-mazing. You can’t even tell it’s gluten-free. Join the Lab and learn how to make your own.” ~Katie. F.
…you feel overwhelmed by all the conflicting information online and want recipes and guidance that actually work
…your starter isn't behaving the way you expected and would love support instead of figuring everything out alone
…you miss good bread and want to enjoy it again and want a simple, nourishing baking rhythm for yourself and your family
ABout Me
I'm Waltraud.
After becoming gluten-free in 2010, I found myself longing for the delicious sourdough breads of my childhood in Germany.
I kept thinking: "There has to be a way."
I began experimenting, testing, and developing gluten-free sourdough recipes inspired by the traditional breads and baked goods my family made for generations.
As a former research physicist and health coach specializing in digestive wellness, I approached the challenge with equal parts curiosity, science, and determination.
What I discovered is that successful gluten-free sourdough baking isn't about perfection. It's about understanding the process and building confidence along the way.
When more and more people began asking me to teach them what I had learned, I realized something was missing: a place where gluten-free sourdough bakers could learn together, ask questions, and receive support. Out of that longing, the Gluten-Free Sourdough Lab was born.
I'd love to welcome you inside.
“There are lots of free (or even paid) groups out there making GF sourdough, but having an experienced and knowledgeable guide who I could communicate with throughout the process was so helpful. And being able to ask questions and troubleshoot along the way is invaluable. Plus, I really enjoyed making all the different recipes you shared. This has been an amazing journey. Thank you, Waltraud.” ~Melaina M.
"You can actually taste and more importantly FEEL the love that Waltraud sprinkles into her cooking and baking. She is a true alchemist… taking regular, everyday ingredients and turning them into some of the most delicious gold you’ve ever tasted!" ~ Heidi S., The Healthy Godmother
The GF Sourdough Summer Jumpstart is currently underway, and we're focused on supporting the bakers inside the Gluten-Free Sourdough Lab.
If you've been dreaming of creating a thriving gluten-free sourdough starter, baking delicious breads and baked goods, and building a baking rhythm you can trust, I'd love to invite you to join the waitlist.
The next group will gather later this summer as we prepare for the slower rhythms and nourishing routines of fall.
When the doors open again, you'll be the first to know and receive all the details.
In the meantime, I'll share occasional tips, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into what we're creating inside the Lab.
