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Beginner Sourdough Bread

Beginner Sourdough Bread

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Beginner Sourdough Bread recipe guides you through baking a fresh, flavorful loaf with a crisp crust and tender crumb using simple pantry ingredients and easy steps. Perfect for first-time bakers, it offers a natural, wholesome bread with a delicious tangy flavor and versatile variations to customize your loaf.

Ingredients

Scale

Starter

  • 100g active sourdough starter

Flours

  • 350g all-purpose flour
  • 150g whole wheat flour

Liquids

  • 350ml filtered water

Others

  • 10g sea salt

Instructions

  1. Feed Your Sourdough Starter: Begin by feeding your active sourdough starter about 4-6 hours before mixing the dough, ensuring it is bubbly and lively to ferment your bread perfectly.
  2. Mix the Dough: Combine the all-purpose and whole wheat flours with your starter and filtered water in a large bowl, stirring until just blended. Let it rest for about 30 minutes to hydrate fully.
  3. Add Salt and Knead: Sprinkle sea salt over the dough, and gently knead it for around 8-10 minutes. This develops gluten and strengthens the dough to hold its shape while baking.
  4. Bulk Fermentation: Cover the dough with a damp cloth and allow it to rise at room temperature for 4-5 hours. During this time, perform gentle folds every hour to build elasticity and structure.
  5. Shape the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface, shape it into a round loaf, and place it into a banneton or a well-floured bowl to proof, ensuring it keeps a beautiful shape.
  6. Final Proof: Let the dough rest for 1-2 hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge for a slow ferment that deepens flavor and improves crust color.
  7. Bake Your Bread: Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F) with a baking tray inside to create steam. Score the dough’s surface with a sharp blade, slide it onto the hot tray, and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Allow your bread to cool thoroughly on a wire rack to finish the crumb setting, then slice into your masterpiece and savor every bite.

Notes

  • Use filtered water to help fermentation and improve flavor.
  • Practice patience; slow fermentation is key to flavor and texture.
  • Adjust water slightly based on flour absorbency for a moist, sticky dough.
  • Keep dough warm between 22-27°C (72-80°F) for best yeast activity.
  • Score dough creatively with a sharp blade for controlled expansion and attractive presentation.
  • Prep Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 60g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0.5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 1.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: sourdough, bread, beginner, homemade, baking, natural, ferment, crust, tangy, gluten free option

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