Available on iPhone & iPad

Build a
Better Loaf

Track protein and hydration percentages, manage recipes, log bake times, and use the reverse bake timer to nail every step — from autolyse to oven spring.

4.9
App Rating
8K+
Bakers
50K+
Loaves Logged

Equal Parts Art & Science

Everything a sourdough baker needs to understand, improve, and perfect their craft — bake after bake.

Reverse Bake Timer

Set when you want bread done and the timer works backwards, scheduling every step with reminders so you never miss a fold or a proof.

Hydration Calculator

Track and calculate hydration percentages across your recipes. Understand how water ratios affect your crumb and crust.

Protein Tracking

Log protein percentages for every flour you use. Compare results to dial in the perfect flour blend for your loaves.

Recipe Management

Save and organize your sourdough recipes. Adjust ingredients, duplicate favorites, and build your personal formula library.

Bake Log

Record every bake with notes, photos, ratings, and full details. Look back to see what worked and refine your process.

iCloud Sync

Your recipes, bake logs, and timer presets sync across all your iOS devices via iCloud. Start planning on your phone, bake from your iPad.

See It in Action

A clean, purposeful interface built for flour-dusted hands and busy bake days.

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Bake Timer

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Recipe Builder

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Bake Log

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Hydration Calc

★ KILLER FEATURE

Reverse Bake
Timer

Tell Crust Log when you want your bread done. It works backwards, scheduling every step from starter feed to oven spring — with reminders so you never miss a beat.

Work Backwards

Enter your desired finish time and Crust Log automatically schedules every step in reverse.

Smart Reminders

Get notified before each step — stretch and fold, shaping, preheat, steam — so nothing slips through the cracks.

Customizable Steps

Every recipe is different. Adjust step durations, add or remove stages, and save timer presets for your go-to loaves.

Country Loaf

Active

Bread done by 6:00 PM

Feed Starter
8:00 AM
Done
Autolyse
12:00 PM
Done
Mix & Add Salt
12:30 PM
Done
Stretch & Fold (×4)
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Now
Bulk Ferment
3:00 – 5:00 PM
2h away
Shape & Preheat
5:00 PM
4h away
Bake
5:30 – 6:00 PM
4.5h away

Baker's Log

12 bakes
Country Sourdough
Feb 25, 2026
78% hydration 12.5% protein 45 min
Whole Wheat Batard
Feb 20, 2026
82% hydration 14% protein 40 min
Rye & Seed Boule
Feb 14, 2026
75% hydration 11% protein 50 min

Track Every
Variable

Every bake is an experiment. Log hydration, protein, fermentation, and oven details to see exactly what makes your best loaves tick.

  • Log hydration, protein, and fermentation times
  • Track oven temperature and steam methods
  • Rate each bake and add photos of your crumb
  • Compare bakes side-by-side to spot patterns
  • Save and organize your recipe library
  • iCloud sync across all your iOS devices
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Great bread isn't an accident — it's built one bake at a time.

Crust Log — your sourdough companion

Start Baking Better

Download Crust Log and bring precision and consistency to every loaf you bake.

Requires iOS 17.0+. Free with optional premium features.