Sourdough bread is a delightfully flavorful and nutritious loaf of bread. Though, to bake sourdough bread, you would require a great deal of patience, to make it from start to finish, and ensuring that your recipe was followed accurately in order to achieve that incredible sourdough bread rise! If you’re wondering what type of flour…
Simple Ways of Baking Sourdough Without a Dutch Oven
Many of us who enjoy baking bread have been convinced that the only way for us to achieve that perfect crispy crust is through the use of a Dutch oven. While Dutch ovens are certainly fantastic, they aren’t the sole magical element that produces good oven spring. In fact, as long as you’re retaining enough…
How to Store Sourdough Starter: Tips for Keeping for a Long Time
When you need a little break from baking, you’ll need to remember that you’re in possession of an active starter,. And in order to temporarily place these live bacteria on snooze, your sourdough starter will have to acquire the best storage method to remain alive. Long term storage in a plastic container at room temperature…
Best Bread Knife for Sourdough in 2022: Top Picks
On the lookout for the best sourdough bread knife? Well, I’m here for you. Take a look at the varieties of serrated knives perfect for cutting into that crusty bread. We’ll lay out some options, and you can pluck the best knife that suits you, out of the top picks presented in this article. What…
Sourdough Hydration Process – Everything You Need to Know and More
Welcome to the world of sourdough. It’s one of the oldest bread-making techniques in existence, but this doesn’t mean it’s outdated. In fact, sourdough is making an incredible comeback! Whether you’re looking for healthier bread or just want to experiment with an ancient recipe, understanding hydration levels and how they affect your bread will help…
Best Dutch Oven for Sourdough Bread: The Right One for You (Reviews 2022)
On the hunt for the best Dutch oven for the occasional sourdough bread baking, then you’ve come to the right place! Baking sourdough bread requires almost the same amount of equipment and precision as regular bread baking, from the comfort of your own kitchen, In this article we will list a variety of good quality…
How Soon After Feeding Sourdough Starter Can I Use it (Simple Guide)
There are a variety of ways to feed, maintain and use your sourdough starter. An active starter is known to produce the perfect rise when baking sourdough bread. Once the sourdough starter rises, that’s when we should question when it is the right time to use our starter in your bread recipe. As you know,…
Is Sourdough Bread Healthy? Reasons Why It’s Good for You
Sourdough bread is a healthy option of bread brimming with nutrients. The bacteria present in the making of sourdough bread is what makes it so good for you. It’s also easier on your digestive system, which means less bloating and gas. Just grab that slice of sourdough bread and enjoy its delicious taste while getting…
Sourdough Bread Baking Temperature Celsius – Your Optimal Temp Guide
The final steps in making sourdough bread, is of course the baking. Achieving that brilliantly crisp crust, with a moist and tender interior is what many bakers would classify job well done. Baking bread can be a little intimidating for some, especially with the precision that comes with making sourdough bread. With the starter that…
Reasons Why Sourdough Starter Smells + Ways to Fix It
Most may find that when planning to bake sourdough bread, preparing the starter can be a little daunting. Simply put, the starter is a liver fermented culture consisting of flour and water. Once it becomes bubbly, that is a clear indication that it is active, and ready to use to make your sourdough bread. If…
Steps to Reheat Frozen Sourdough Bread for that Fresh From the Oven Goodness (Try It!)
It’s no secret that sourdough bread is deemed simply irresistible, by most bread lovers. Many of us get a tad carried away, with our multiple loaves of sourdough bread, that can’t possibly be eaten in one day! Freezing sourdough bread is a common way to preserve the freshness of the loaf, as well as its…
Easy Steps to Rescue Overproofed Sourdough (Tried and Tested)
New bakers being faced with a supposed calamity of an over-proofed sourdough should cease panicking. Try to work out how to rescue your sourdough, or how to avoid this circumstance from repeating itself in the future. Some people prefer to discard their over-proofed sourdough, believing that it is unfit for consumption. However, this is not…
How Long Does Sourdough Bread Last: Ways to Extend Shelf Life
Sourdough bread is a magical loaf, that tastes impeccable. Whether you’ve baked this delicious bread yourself, or bought it from a bakery, there’s always this unspoken eagerness to finish the bread before it becomes dry or stale. Typically, a loaf of bread is good to eat for around 5 days, and always tastes better on…
Levain vs Starter: What’s the Difference?
When baking sourdough bread, you will find that the recipe calls for a starter, as you would expect. However some recipes may refer to the starter as a levain – a foreign phrase for some. If you’re wondering whether there is a difference between a starter and levain, then you’re not alone. The words are…
How Long Does Sourdough Starter Last? (The Secret is in the Fridge)
Maintaining a sourdough starter through times where you don’t plan to bake, can be quite unnecessary and a waste of flour. Learning how to store sourdough starter properly can further assist your future plans of sourdough baking in no time, without having to commit to baking every single day. There are a few ways to…
Sourdough Starter Container: Finding the Perfect Jar
On the hunt for that perfect jar to store your sourdough starter? Generally, the right container will provide your sourdough starter with enough room to expand, develop and eventually become established, allowing you to bake the perfect sourdough bread. So let’s take a look at the types of jars, that you can deem perfect for…
Liquid on Top of Sourdough Starter – Should I Restart My Starter
During the process of feeding your sourdough starter, you may have noticed a little liquid collecting along with your starter. This is called hooch, and this normally occurs once your starter has consumed all of its available food. It may seem like the flour and water have dispersed. However this liquid is actually quite normal.…
Sourdough vs Whole Wheat: Main Differences
It is likely that you have heard of or even eaten both sourdough and whole wheat bread. In fact, these two types of bread are among the most popular out there. What you may not know is that they actually differ quite a bit in terms of taste, nutrition and much more. To help you…
Is Sourdough Bread Low Carb? Here Are The Facts
When planning to follow a low carb diet, eliminating bread entirely might be one of the toughest challenges you could face. Sourdough bread is the latest trend because it’s known to have a long fermentation process and many health benefits. But what makes this bread different from other bread? And, more importantly, is it low…
Is Sourdough Bread Gluten-Free? – Eating Sourdough on a Gluten-Free Diet
For many bread lovers out there, having to switch to a gluten-free diet would eventually mean that they’d have to part ways with their favorite type of food – bread. Though there are a decent variety of gluten-free breads available, due to their taste and texture differences, it doesn’t come close to replacing wheat bread.…
Does Sourdough Bread Have Dairy?
Bread is so versatile, you’ll find yourself having just about anything with it. Whether it’s used as a dipping tool for your delicious soup, or paired with a pretty bowl of salad, what’s not to like? But some ingredients used to make bread aren’t considered suitable for vegans, or those who suffer from lactose intolerance,…
Is Sourdough Whole Grain or Not?
You may have heard many praise the magnificence of whole wheat bread, with many opting for it because it is considered a “healthier” option. But with the rising popularity of sourdough bread, many may be wondering whether sourdough bread is considered a whole grain. Depending on the type of diet you’re following, you may find…
Is Sourdough Bread Good for Weight Loss?
Most of us hold the soft, pillowy texture of bread close to our hearts, despite the fact that it is very high in carbs. And also normally completely avoided on most weight loss diets. But what about sourdough bread? Is it good for weight loss? What is Sourdough Bread? Sourdough bread is a type of…
How to Get Large Holes in Sourdough Bread – Perfect Sourdough Tips
Achieving large holes in your sourdough bread is the goal of many sourdough bakers. Dense textured sourdough is a common problem amongst new bakers, but learning some new tricks will help avoid these problems from arising once again. Especially if you’re wondering how to achieve large holes in your sourdough loaves. How to Achieve Big…
How to Make the Best Sourdough Starter Consistency for Perfect Bread Each Time
Leaving your starter to fend for itself during the first few days might not always be the smartest of ideas. We get it, a sourdough starter needs its alone time, but that does not eliminate its need to be checked on every now and then. A common problem many bakers find themselves facing is an…
Why is My Sourdough Bread Gummy? – Solving Chewy Sourdough Problems
We’ve all had our fair share of failure. And for bakers there is no limitations to annoyance and frustration. You’ve tried your best to knead your dough, molding it to your defined perfection. The irritation that occurs once you slice your bread finding that its produced gummy crumbs. With every problem, there’s a fine solution,…
What To Eat With Sourdough Bread? – Best Sourdough Pairings!
If you’re on the hunt for some delicious and tasty ideas for this warm, mouth-watering sour dough bread, then you’ve come to the right place. From sliced avocados, to decadent French onion soup, let’s explore the seemingly countless options on what you can eat with sourdough bread. What is Sourdough Bread? Sourdough is a naturally…
Is Sourdough Bread Vegan? – How to Identify Vegan Sourdough
Vegan breads can only be categorized as vegan once they’ve met the definitive requirements by containing pure, plant-based ingredients. Typically for bread, this would include ingredients like flour, yeast, water and salt. Of course there are other ingredients that can be added to the bread that can still be considered vegan. But if you’re wondering…
Sourdough Not Rising – What Went Wrong and How to Fix It
Need help fixing the minor mishaps in your sourdough? Then you’ve come to the right place! There are many complications a new baker may run into, and that is no reason to panic. Fortunately, there are great solutions to every problem! What is Sourdough? Essentially, sourdough is slow-fermented bread. It’s very unique because it does…
Why is My Sourdough Bread so Dense? 19 Tips for Perfect Sourdough
Creating the perfect sourdough bread in the first instance, isn’t always achievable. Trial and error are going to be your best friends, at least during the first few tries. While dense bread isn’t the most horrible thing in the world, it’s certainly not the light, airy and crispy loaf we’d have hoped for. If your…
What Does Sourdough Bread Taste Like? – Find Out Before You Try It Out!
Sourdough bread is a type of loaf that is famous for its distinct flavor. Additionally, it is also known for being a bread dough that is notoriously elaborate to make. This being because it requires a distinct sourdough starter. Now, with how much people discuss it, you may be curious to eat sourdough bread. Of…
How To Make Sourdough…More Sour!
The great thing about baking your own sourdough bread is that you hold the power in adjusting the tanginess of this crusty bread. You can learn how to make sourdough bread more sour depending on your personal preference. By following these tips, you’ll find yourself creating extra tangy sourdough bread in no time! What Makes…
The most yummy of all – sourdough chocolate babka
I just realized I’ve only been posting sweet breads lately (haven’t heard anyone complaining though, which is a good thing). It must be I’m compensating for something I’m missing in my life or just pure challenge and yumminess of the sweet dough. Whenever I can, I dream about soft, buttery dough and melting rich dark…
Beyond the Plate cookbook and Scrumptious sourdough hot cross buns
This is slightly long post, but hang on, there are just good and delicious things here! First, I have an announcement to make. I am beyond happy and grateful to announce that My Daily Sourdough Bread blog is featured in newly published book called Beyond the Plate – Top Food Blogs from around the World…
The softest sourdough doughnuts with strawberry and apple pie cream – upgraded version
Remember this sourdough doughnut recipe from exactly two years ago? This has been the most popular recipe on the blog, which kind of makes me think that
Homebaker’s guide to natural bread coloring
Winter is perfect time to slow our lives down, to set up some goals, to decrease all the hype , to take well deserved rest, and get grounded again for new adventures. But sometimes, the winter gets too greyish, monotonous, and blues-y. It’s when there might be no Sun for weeks and when all the…
Sourdough brioche chocolate hazelnut rolls
Hello world! It’s what you usually write when you publish your first post, right? Well, this is my first post this year, though it looks like I’ve got stuck somewhere in August 🙂 Time flies really fast. It flies even faster when you’re involved in too many things and you forget to breathe in between…
How to fit sourdough baking into your daily schedule?
“Oh, sourdough, I know it’s so healthy, but it takes two days to make it, right?” and “Sourdough bread baking just takes so much time and I should be at home all the time, I couldn’t do it!”, are the sentences I here most often when I say I bake sourdough bread. Well, the answer…
Step by step beginner’s guide to perfect sourdough bread
I’m not going to lie – my first sourdough bread was a brick. In was in 2011, when I started my sourdough bread baking journey. I got myself Chad Robertson’s book Tartine Bread and a dutch oven in a hope to get that perfect crunchy crust and tender soft crumb. First, it took me a…
[Video – part 2] Entering into peasant bakery
In my last post I shared the experience about the workshop with Nicolas Supiot From the seed to the peasant bakery. Today I would like to share a video about his unique way of sourdough bread baking. It’s meditative – with bare feet on the ground, hands in petrin and fire in his heart. Nicolas…
[Video] From the seed to the peasant bakery with Nicolas Supiot
When you think of the bread or when buying a bread, what comes to your mind first? Is it the smell, the look or the moment of enjoying its taste? Do you think of the baker who made it? Are you interested in the story behing the bread and how long did it take to…
Sourdough bialys and new adventures
Looking at my last post, it looks I’ve never returned from Sicily 🙂 Well, I didn’t in a way. The memories of beautiful Sicily and its gorgeous landscape and spending time and creating new projects with Clear Sicily team are still so alive. More of the Sicily is coming in the next months and I…
100% pane di semola rimacinata or back to Sicily
You know that feeling when you travel somewhere and it feels good, almost like home, and it feels like soul has anchored? I had this feeling when visiting Sicily a year and a half ago. I promised myself to come back. I didn’t know when and I haven’t been making any plans to come back,…
Life twists and sourdough cinnamon and chocolate twist bread
There were some sunny Christmas days spent in the mountains and there was a car crash couple of days later. I was overlooked and there was nothing I could do. I was in shock and I wasn’t in shock. I was angry. The moment of collision was long and it was short. I didn’t know…
Do you recognize the 3 early warning signs of underproofed bread?
I believe we all have been there at least once. You know: – tight and moist crumb, – (shiny) pale crust, – sour and undeveloped taste, – no oven spring, a.k.a underproofed sourdough bread a.k.a brick. What does underproofed mean? It means that the yeast hasn’t produced enough carbon dioxide and the gluten hasn’t been…
Gratitude sourdough bread + FREE gift tags download!
I later learnt that this fruit bread was well known bread in German spoken countries (Austria, Germany), where it is called kletzenbrot. Kletzen is a
Sourdough Krampus directly from heaven!
It’s the first day of December. Looking back to the childhood, December always ment expectations. Expectations of warmth, kindness, visits, feeling good, having fun, but most of all, the arrival of St. Nicholas. He brought presents – oranges, dry fruits, walnuts and sometimes also some toys. St. Nicholas day is celebrated in many European countries…
7 essential keys for successful sourdough baking
7 essential keys for successful sourdough baking so you can get into sourdough baking fearless, well informed, and prepared.
Perfect autumn treat: Sourdough pumpkin rolls
Perfect autumn treat: Sourdough pumpkin rolls
On a slice of sourdough bread: perfectly prepared soft boiled eggs
Perfect for today on a slice of sourdough bread: perfectly prepared soft boiled eggs
7 top sourdough places in New York City
Find out which are the 7 top sourdough places in New York City
Rustic rye sourdough bread with milk kefir
Hearthy and soft at its essence, this rustic rye sourdough bread with milk kefir won’t dissapoint you in any way. Perfect for sandwiches on the go.
[VIDEO TUTORIAL] How to make amazing & simple GLUTEN-FREE sourdough bread – Secret Process Revealed
Discover the secret process How to make amazing & simple gluten free sourdough bread plus How to make gluten free starter from scratch!
5 ways to make your bread healthy
Find 5 ways to make your bread healthy.
Sourdough lemon poppy seed bread cake with lemon icing
Sourdough lemon poppy seed bread cake with lemon icing is a perfect summer treat, fresh lemon taste and soft airy crumb that goes well with a cup of tea.
VIDEO recipe: Summer solstice sourdough finger bread
Quick, easy and delicious Summer solstice sourdough finger bread.
Whole grain wheat sourdough hamburger buns with tarragon
Crunchy and soft whole grain wheat sourdough hamburger buns with tarragon.
How to preserve your sourdough starter when on vacation
Ready for summer vacation and worried about leaving your sourdough starter home alone? Read how to preserve your sourdough starter when on vacation.
Roasted pumpkin seed pesto sourdough bread + TEDxYouth talk
Roasted pumpkin seed pesto sourdough bread is full of nutty aroma and you will enjoy every bite of it.
Roasted pumpkin seed pesto with pumpkin seed oil
Nutty roasted pumpkin seeds pesto with pumpkin seed oil goes perfect with a slice of sourdough bread.
Sourdough walnut swirl bread
Easy to make sourdough walnut swirl bread perfect with afternoon cup of tea.
Khorasan wheat and 100% whole grain wheat sourdough breads with wild garlic
100% whole grain wheat sourdough bread season with the early spring harvest – wild garlic.
Today on a slice of sourdough bread: homemade butter | video tutorial
Step-by-step photo and video tutorial on how to make homemade butter in 5 minutes. Perfect with a slice of sourdough bread.
100% whole grain einkorn wheat sourdough bread
100% einkorn wheat sourdough bread is one of the most digestible breads you can make.
Charcoal powder sourdough bread
A twist on the basic white wheat sourdough bread – charcoal powder sourdough bread with interesting grey to black color, perfect for sandwiches.
Six biggest challenges when starting sourdough baking and how to overcome them
A beginner’s guide on how to overcome six biggest challenges when starting with sourdough baking.
Three reasons why you should try making these fluffy sourdough doughnuts!
Incredibly fluffy, airy and easily digestible sourdough doughnuts that you will want to eat again and again.
Today with sourdough bread: creamy cauliflower soup
5 minute creamy cauliflower soup with kale, leek and zucchini and rye sourdough bread croutons. Perfect way to use stale or dry out bread.
Rye sourdough bread with homemade yogurt
Rye sourdough bread with homemade yogurt fermented in the fridge overnight is perfect for sandwiches and it goes well with warming winter soups.
Today with sourdough bread: homemade yogurt + bounty yogurt | video tutorial
Follow the instructions (video included!) to make homemade yogurt and then use it to make delicious bounty yogurt porridge perfect for your breakfast.
Today with sourdough bread: Butternut squash soup with fermented vegetables
Warming, healthy and very fast to prepare butternut squash soup with fermented vegetables perfect for cold winter days.
Whole grain wheat sourdough loaf
Whole grain wheat sourdough loaf is very delicious, it has nutty flavor and has really soft crumb.
Corn sourdough bread
Follow the recipe, photos and video and bake delicious corn sourdough bread. Bring sun in to your day.
Sourdough bread, love and everything in between
Love and sourdough bread are all about balance. A balance between support and challenge in love and between water and flour in bread.
! Workshops – NEW !
UPCOMING: Discover the secrets of sourdough baking, Kjokkenhagen, Hurdal, Norway, 29 April, 2017 If you are interested, please drop an e-mail to [email protected] or [email protected] for more details. Spaces are limited! If you know someone who would be interested in coming, please share this info, thank you so much. PAST: Christmas sourdough edition, @Sourdough School…
