Answers
Everything you might wonder.
- What is salt bread?
- Salt bread is a buttery Korean-style sogeum ppang (소금빵) bread product finished with flaky sea salt. Imagine a croissant and the best hot mall soft pretzel had a baby.
- What is sogeum ppang?
- Sogeum ppang (소금빵) is Korean salt bread, inspired by Japanese shio pan. Butter melts against the pan to give it a signature crispy bottom and 'butterhole' inside, leaving a pillowy, soft inside.
- How should I reheat it?
- Best served warm. Oven: 350°F for 2-3 minutes. Air fryer: 350°F for 2–3 minutes, upside down, to crisp up the bottom.
- How long does it stay fresh?
- Salt bread is best eaten the day-of. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze in an airtight bag for up to 2 months and reheat.
- Do you ship?
- Nope. We're a small cottage bakery — local pickup only in Trumbull, CT, so your bread arrives fresh the day it was baked. We are also exploring local delivery options, so follow us to stay updated!
- Where do I pick up?
- In Trumbull, Connecticut. The exact address is shared once your preorder is confirmed.
- Are preorders required?
- Yes. We bake to order in small batches so nothing sits around getting sad.
- What allergens are present?
- All Butterhole products contain wheat, dairy, and eggs, and are made in a home kitchen that also handles nuts, seeds, and other potential allergens.
- Are you a licensed bakery?
- Yes! Butterhole Bakeshop is a licensed Connecticut Cottage Food Bakery based in Trumbull, CT.
Reheating cheat sheet
- · Oven: 350°F for 2-3 minutes.
- · Air fryer: 350°F for 2–3 minutes, upside down.
- · Skip the microwave. It ruins the crust.