Classic Sourdough Bread
Baking your own sourdough bread at home is a magical experience that connects you to the art of slow food.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 360 minutes
- Yield: 10 slices 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Homemade
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g bread flour
- 350g water
- 100g sourdough starter
- 10g salt
Instructions
- Mix the bread flour and water until there are no dry spots. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Incorporate the sourdough starter and salt into the rested dough and mix until well combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours.
- Gently pre-shape the dough into a ball and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Shape the dough into your desired loaf shape and transfer it to a proofing basket.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) about 30 minutes before baking.
- Carefully place the proofed loaf into the hot Dutch oven, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool the bread on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
Ensure your sourdough starter is active for the best results. Store bread in a paper bag for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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