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Beginners Sourdough Bread Recipe

Beginners Sourdough Bread Recipe

5 from 12 reviews

Learn how to make delicious sourdough bread at home with this easy-to-follow beginner’s recipe. This sourdough bread is perfect for those new to bread making and yields a crusty loaf with a soft interior.

Ingredients

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All-Purpose Sourdough Bread:

  • 475 grams all-purpose flour (3 1/2 cups)
  • 100 grams active sourdough starter (1/2 cup)
  • 325 grams water (1 1/3 cups)
  • 10 grams salt (2 teaspoons)

Instructions

  1. Feed the Sourdough Starter: Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly by feeding it 4-12 hours before starting the dough.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Mix warm water, active starter, salt, and flour in a large bowl.
  3. Rest the Dough: Cover and let the dough rest for 30 minutes to hydrate the flour.
  4. Stretch and Fold: Perform a series of stretch and fold rounds over intervals.
  5. Bulk Ferment: Let the dough double in size through bulk fermentation.
  6. Shape the Dough: Shape the dough into a ball and place in a floured banneton for proofing.
  7. Bake: Preheat a dutch oven, score the dough, and bake at high heat.

Notes

  • You can customize the bread by adding seeds or grains to the dough.
  • Experiment with different flours for unique flavors and textures.

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Keywords: sourdough bread, homemade bread, beginner recipe, artisan bread