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HOMEMADE SOURDOUGH BREAD

HOMEMADE SOURDOUGH BREAD golden crust loaf on white cloth with starter and glass of water
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This fool proof sourdough bread recipe yields a golden, crisp crust with a light, airy crumb. It’s one of the simplest and best homemade sourdough bread recipes that takes only 25 minutes of hands-on work. Perfect for those seeking sourdough bread quick and easy to follow.

Ingredients

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  • 50 – 100 g (1⁄4 – 1/2 cup) bubbly active starter
  • 375 g (1 1/2 cups plus 1 tbsp) warm water
  • or more
  • 500 g (4 cups plus 2 tbsp) bread flour
  • 9 to 12 g (1.5 – 2.5 teaspoons) fine sea salt
  • see notes above

Instructions

  1. Mix starter, water, and bread flour in a large bowl until combined.
  2. Let dough rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Stretch and fold dough every 30 minutes for a total of 4-5 times during bulk fermentation.
  4. Let dough bulk ferment until it increases by 50% in volume, about 4 to 6 hours.
  5. Shape dough into a round or batard, then let rest for 20 minutes.
  6. Shape dough again and place into a floured banneton or bowl for final proof, refrigerated overnight or at room temperature for 3 to 4 hours.
  7. Preheat Dutch oven to 500°F (260°C).
  8. Transfer dough to Dutch oven, score, cover, and bake for 20 minutes.
  9. Remove lid and bake an additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool on wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • Use a digital scale for accurate measurements
  • High hydration dough works well with 380 grams water
  • For a more open crumb, shape as a batard
  • Add additional ingredients like cheese or herbs before the third set of stretches and folds
  • Keep an eye on dough if using 100g starter as it may rise faster

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