Description
Beginner Sourdough Bread is your gateway to the delightful world of homemade bread. This easy recipe requires minimal ingredients and offers a simple step-by-step guide, making it perfect for novice bakers. With its crusty exterior and chewy interior, this sourdough loaf will impress at any dinner table or serve as a comforting snack. The fermentation process not only enhances the flavor but also makes it a healthier option compared to store-bought varieties. Enjoy the satisfaction of pulling warm, delicious bread from your oven with this beginner-friendly recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons sourdough starter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 5 teaspoons water
- 1/4 cup active sourdough starter
- 1 1/3 cups + 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 4 cups + 2 tablespoons bread flour
Instructions
- Prepare the starter by mixing the sourdough starter, all-purpose flour, and water in a bowl. Let it sit for about 8 hours or overnight.
- In a large bowl, combine active sourdough starter, water, and prepared starter mixture. Stir in salt and gradually add bread flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for approximately 4 hours or until doubled in size.
- Deflate the dough gently, shape it into a round loaf, and let it rise again for another hour.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Bake the loaf for about 50 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg