Learning Sourdough
Learning sourdough is both an ancient tradition and a living science. Learning the process and techniques behind it will help you bake bread with confidence and creativity. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your craft, this is where you’ll find the knowledge you need.
The Process
The sourdough process is made up of a few simple but important steps. Each step has its own rhythm, and understanding them is the key to great bread. Explore each stage in detail below:
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Bulk Fermentation
Bulk Fermentation Instructions: Starting the Bulk Fermentation: After mixing your dough (levain, flour, water, and salt), bulk fermentation begins. This […]
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Sourdough Shaping
Shaping Sourdough: Step-by-Step Guide Learn how to properly shape sourdough dough for the perfect rise and crumb. Sourdough shaping is […]
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Making the Dough
Making the Dough: Step-by-Step Guide Ingredients You’ll Need Tip: Water temperature may vary slightly depending on your environment and flour […]
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Levain (pre-ferment)
Levain (Pre-Ferment) Learn what levain (prefermentation) is, why it matters in sourdough baking, and how it improves flavor, rise, and […]
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Sourdough Starter
Sourdough Starter: Step-by-Step Guide What You’ll Need: Day 1: Mix Your Starter Day 2: First Feeding Day 3: Signs of […]
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Baking Sourdough
Baking Sourdough: From Dough to Loaf Baking sourdough is the final moment of truth in the process. After many hours […]
Techniques
Techniques are the little details that take your sourdough from good to amazing. Here you’ll find blog posts that explore specific methods, tips, and troubleshooting guides.
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Sour Sourdough Bread: How to Get Tangier (or Milder) Loaves
If you’ve ever taken a bite of sourdough and thought, “This is tangier than usual,” you’re not imagining things. The sour flavor […]
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Sourdough Too Sticky? Here’s How to Fix It
Is your sourdough too sticky when you’re kneading it? If you’ve ever tried making sourdough and ended up with dough […]
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Best Temperature for Sourdough Fermentation: A Complete Guide
If you’ve ever wondered why your sourdough sometimes rises too quickly, takes forever, or bakes up dense, the answer often […]
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Bread Cheater 2.0 — Quick Sourdough Shortcuts That Work
Try Bread Cheater 2.0 : fast, reliable shortcuts to bake tasty loaves with less time. Tips, timings, and a printable […]
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Sourdough Proofing Test : How to Know When Your Dough is Ready
Learn the proofing test to know when your sourdough is done proofing. Discover how temperature, time, and the poke test […]
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Sourdough Poke Test Made Simple: How to Bake with Confidence
Sourdough Poke Test Made Simple: How to Bake with Confidence Have you ever thought: “How do I know when my […]
Why Learn Both?
The process gives you structure. The techniques give you flexibility. Together, they help you understand not just how to bake sourdough, but why it works.