Special bread, Bread preserves, Stollen, Glutenfree baked goods, Gluten-free baking mixes, Concentrates (liquid and powder), Baking agents and basic ingredients for baking, Protein-containing products, Lactose-free food, Gluten-free food, Frozen cakes, Frozen bread and rolls, Organic bread and small pastries, Organic fine baked goods, long-life baked goods, Organic gluten-free products
Product Categories
Bread (fresh
frozen
partly-baked)
General provisions and staple foods
Reform products and functional food
Frozen baked goods
Organic bread
baked goods and spreads
Available Products
Special bread
Bread preserves
Stollen
Glutenfree baked goods
Gluten-free baking mixes
Concentrates (liquid and powder)
Baking agents and basic ingredients for baking
Protein-containing products
Lactose-free food
Gluten-free food
Frozen cakes
Frozen bread and rolls
Organic bread and small pastries
Organic fine baked goods
long-life baked goods
Organic gluten-free products
Böcker Direkt 25
Böcker M
Böcker F
Various gluten-free mixes
Gluten-free baked products
Ernst Böcker GmbH & Co. KG
Ernst Böcker GmbH & Co. KG is a renowned German company specializing in sourdough production and gluten-free baking solutions. Founded in 1910, the company has over a century of expertise in natural fermentation, making it a pioneer in the European bakery ingredients sector. Headquartered in Minden, Germany, Böcker is recognized for its high-quality sourdough products, innovative gluten-free offerings, and commitment to sustainability.
Core Business
Böcker focuses on the fermentation and processing of sourdough for the baking industry. It supplies bakeries and food manufacturers with ready-to-use sourdough products, gluten-free baking solutions, and fermented ingredients that enhance the flavor, texture, and nutritional value of baked goods. With a dedication to natural and sustainable baking, Böcker’s products cater to both artisanal and industrial-scale bakeries worldwide.
Product Portfolio
Sourdough Products
Böcker Direkt 25 – Liquid sourdough for direct use in baking.
Böcker M – Sourdough for mixed bread varieties.
Böcker F – Fermented sourdough concentrates.
Gluten-Free Baking Mixes
Custom formulations for bread, rolls, and other baked goods.
Ready-Baked Gluten-Free Goods
Fully baked gluten-free products for retail and food service.
Industrial Bakeries – Requiring scalable sourdough solutions for mass production.
Retail Brands – Supplying ready-baked gluten-free products to grocery chains.
Food Service & Hospitality – Providing pre-made gluten-free baked goods.
The company has a strong presence in Europe and is expanding its international reach through exports.
Financial Performance & Growth
Böcker has maintained steady growth due to increasing demand for clean-label, natural, and gluten-free products. The global sourdough market is projected to reach $4.3 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.9%. As a key industry player, Böcker benefits from this growth, leveraging its expertise and production capabilities.
International Shipments & Distribution
Böcker actively exports its products worldwide, including to European, North American, and Asian markets. The company has partnered with major food distributors and bakery supply chains to expand its global footprint.
Certifications & Compliance
Böcker adheres to strict international food safety and quality standards, including:
IFS Food Standard – Ensuring high food safety and quality management.