Cold Proofing Sourdough

my daily sourdough bread Natasha Krajnc

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Without cold proofing, the resultant loaf will be dense, with no rise in the oven.

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Proofing sourdough overnight in the fridge is a great option, especially if you plan to bake it first thing in the morning.

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It’s quite impossible to overproof sourdough in the refrigerator unless it has been left for days.

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Natasha Krajnc

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Cold Proofing Sourdough

Without cold proofing, the resultant loaf will be dense, with no rise in the oven.

Proofing sourdough overnight in the fridge is a great option, especially if you plan to bake it first thing in the morning.

It’s quite impossible to overproof sourdough in the refrigerator unless it has been left for days.

Natasha Krajnc

How to Cold Proof Sourdough