Welcome to Your Sourdough Baking Guide!
Sourdough baking is a rewarding (and delicious) journey, but it can feel overwhelming at first. This page is here to simplify the process! Below, you'll find:
✔ A general timeline to help you plan your bake
✔ My favorite recipes including discard recipes
✔ Helpful links & tips to keep your bread game strong
Sourdough Baking Timeline
(Based on an 8 AM wake-up schedule)
Day Before Baking
- 8 PM – Feed your starter (let it sit overnight until bubbly).
Baking Day
- 8 AM – Mix the dough (flour, water, starter; rest 30-45 min).
- 8:45 AM – Add salt and mix.
- 9 AM - 1 PM – Bulk fermentation (about 4 hours). Stretch & fold every 30-45 min for the first few hours.
- 1 PM – Shape the dough.
- 1:30 PM – Place in the fridge for cold proof (8-24 hours).
Baking Day (Next Morning)
- 8 AM – Preheat oven & Dutch oven (475°F).
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8:30 AM – Score & bake:
- Covered: 20-25 min
- Uncovered: 15-20 min
- 9:15 AM – Let bread cool (at least 1 hour).
- 10:15 AM – Enjoy fresh sourdough! 🎉
Recipes I Love!
Sourdough Swirls - Swedish Knots