If you bake (and eat) a lot of sourdough bread, you may have wondered which toaster is best for sourdough bread? A toaster that has slots large enough to accomodate those wider boule slices, but one that doesn’t burn up all your hard work. Here you’ll find the best toasters for sourdough bread. As a…
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned sourdough baker, there are certain sourdough ingredients you should always have on hand to make sure you’re prepared for any sourdough situation. Here are 10 sourdough ingredients you should always have in your pantry. Good Quality Bread Flour Good quality bread flour is an absolute given, right? But did…
Sourdough gifts! Are you looking for a gift for a sourdough enthusiast? Maybe you are the sourdough enthusiast (seriously, no judgement here). Whoever you’re looking to spoil, I’ve put together a curated list of unique pieces every sourdough lover will enjoy. And the best thing is they’re all under $50! These beautiful and thoughtful gifts…
Confused about baker’s math and baker’s percentages in the sourdough baking process? Sometimes you’ll see a recipe expressed as a percentage – it can be a little confusing, but once you understand the basics, you’ll be able to follow these recipes with ease. Baker’s Math / Baking Percentages in Sourdough Baking Baker’s Math is a…
While you don’t need any fancy equipment to make sourdough bread, sometimes, there are things that really do make your sourdough baking easier – and with life getting busier all the time – easier is always a good thing, right? Here are 10 products that make sourdough baking easier. Straight Sided Cambro Containers If you…
Knowing when bulk fermentation has finished and it’s time to shape your loaf is perhaps one of the most important skills for the sourdough home baker. Getting this right can be be the difference between a light, airy crumb and a dense, gummy crumb. So how do you know when bulk fermentation has finished? It…
How to get a thinner crust on sourdough bread – it’s easier than you might think! While many people love the crunchy, chewy texture of sourdough crust, there are many people out there who enjoy a softer, thinner or more delicate crust, especially if you like to toast your sourdough bread. You don’t have to…
Pasta Madre is a traditional Italian sourdough starter which is much thicker and stiffer than a liquid sourdough starter. If you have an active, bubbly sourdough starter you can use this to make your own Pasta Madre in just a few short days. This stiff starter has a softer, more rounded flavor profile. How Is…
One of the questions I get asked the most is “how do I know when my sourdough starter is ready to bake with”? This blog will take you through the readiness signs to look for, as well as how to know when your sourdough starter has reached maturity. When Is Your Sourdough Starter Ready To…
This quick and easy sourdough discard sandwich bread is a great sourdough recipe to have in your repertoire for when you need to use up some discard or you need a loaf of bread in a hurry. You’ll get a super soft, light and airy crumb with a soft crust that’s easy to eat. This…