Easy Sourdough Bread

October 3, 2025 by Camila

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix the dough Combine starter and water in a large bowl. Stir in flour and salt until a rough dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
2. Stretch and fold Perform a series of stretch-and-folds every 30 minutes for 2 hours (4 rounds total). This builds gluten and structure.
3. Bulk fermentation Cover and let rise at room temperature overnight (8–10 hours) until the dough increases by about 50% in volume.
4. Shape the dough Turn onto a floured surface, gently shape into a round, and place seam-side up in a floured proofing basket or towel-lined bowl.
5. Final proof Cover and refrigerate for 1–24 hours. This enhances flavor and makes scoring easier.
6. Bake Preheat a Dutch oven to 475°F (245°C). Invert dough onto parchment, score the top, and bake covered for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake another 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
7. Cool Let cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.