Description
Experience the joy of baking with this easy sourdough bread recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful homemade loaf.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g Bread Flour
- 350 g Water
- 100 g Active Sourdough Starter
Instructions
- Weigh and mix the flour, water, and sourdough starter in a mixing bowl until no dry flour remains.
- Rest the dough for 30 minutes to allow moisture absorption.
- Knead the dough briefly for 1-2 minutes until it comes together.
- Stretch and fold the dough every 30 minutes for 2 hours.
- Ferment the dough in the fridge for 24–48 hours.
- Shape the dough and proof it in a banneton for an hour.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
- Score the top of the dough and bake in the Dutch oven for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Make-ahead tips include fridge proofing overnight and adding flavor enhancements like herbs or cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sourdough, bread, homemade, baking, easy recipe