Steven Gerner
Founder & Co-Owner
A fifth-generation baker, Steven combines his background in biochemistry and international experience to craft innovative culinary experiences.
Crafted with love
From science to pastry
A small Arizona bakery where French-inspired pastry, warm hospitality, and the joy of sharing something wonderful meet.
Why we bake
Steven began as a biochemist and Peace Corps volunteer, then discovered the joy of connecting people through food. Connor brings a deep love of French pastry and the patience behind every layer. Together, they make thoughtful, buttery food that turns an everyday stop into a moment worth sharing.
Meet the owners
Meet the two co-owners behind the recipes, the early mornings, and the welcome at every café.
Connor Nelson
Head Baker & Co-Owner
Connor has perfected the art of French pastry through a deep commitment to craft and artistry, bringing an old tradition to life in a fresh way.
See the craft behind every layer
Step inside the bakery and meet the care, craft, and people behind each buttery bite.
Watch our story
A look inside the story and craft that became Buttered Up Bakery.
What we make by hand
From Squarz Pies to Buttered Up Bakery
Since 2011, Buttered Up has grown from Squarz Pies at Phoenix-area farmers markets into the bakery and café you know today. We opened a café and bakery in 2015, North Scottsdale in 2018, and a production bakery and café in 2022. Our Scottsdale café was formerly known as Squarz Bakery & Cafe; in 2023, the company became Buttered Up Bakery. The name changed, while our care, craft, and warm place to gather stayed the same.
Care you can taste
★★★★★
Buttered Up Bakery pastries were some of the best I have ever had! You can clearly tell everything is made with so much care.
★★★★★
The egg sandwich was absolutely amazing, and the man who helped us was so nice! He was so generous and gave us cookies for the wait—it totally made our day!
★★★★★
I always feel welcome and appreciated at the Buttered Up bakery—great people, products, and service!
Make your next morning delicious
Order pastries, breakfast, sandwiches, or bread for pickup—or visit us in Scottsdale or Mesa.