Description
This easy-to-follow sourdough bread recipe is perfect for beginners. With a bubbly starter and a few basic ingredients, you’ll create a tangy and crusty homemade loaf that’s a true delight to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 475 grams all-purpose flour (3 1/2 cups)
- 100 grams active and bubbly sourdough starter (1/2 cup)
- 325 grams water (1 1/3 cups)
- 10 grams salt (2 teaspoons)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Add the sourdough starter and water to the dry ingredients. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and knead it for 8-10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl and cover it with a damp towel or plastic wrap. Let it rest at room temperature for 4-6 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or into a lightly greased Dutch oven.
- Cover the dough and allow it to rise for an additional 1-2 hours, until it has puffed up slightly.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- If using a Dutch oven, place the lid on and bake for 30 minutes. If baking on a baking sheet, you can create steam in the oven by adding a tray of water at the bottom of the oven. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown with a hollow sound when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For best results, ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly before using it in this recipe.
- You can make the dough the night before, and let it rise slowly in the fridge overnight for a more developed flavor.
- If you prefer a crustier loaf, bake the bread uncovered for the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American