Classic Artisan Sourdough Loaf
  1. Mix water and starter together

  2. Add flour and salt and mix until no dry spots remain

  3. Cover and rest 1 hour

  4. Do 3 rounds of stretch and folds, resting 30 minutes between each

  5. Place dough seam-side down, cover, and bulk ferment for 4-6 hours until jiggly with bubbles

  6. Shape into a ball and let rest 20 minutes

  7. Shape again and place in a banneton lined with a floured paper towel

  8. Cover and refrigerate overnight

  9. Preheat oven to 450°F with bread pan or dutch oven inside

  10. Turn dough onto floured parchment and score about 1 inch deep

  11. Add an ice cube to hot pan and place loaf inside

  12. Bake covered for 35 minutes, then uncover and bake 10 more minutes

  13. Remove loaf from pan and parchment, bake 5 more minutes directly on rack

  14. Check internal temperature reaches 200°F or higher

  15. Cool for at least 1 hour before slicing

Course🍞Bread

Diets🌱Vegan...

Category🍞Bread

CuisineBaking

Occasions📆Everyday🎉Special Occasion

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyMedium ⏰ 3h

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