Sourdough FAQ

Got sourdough questions? You'll find the answers here in the sourdough FAQ archives! Browse here for helpful answers to popular questions about making sourdough recipes. Learn about making and troubleshooting a starter, and my article on the best equipment to use. Two of the most popular sourdough FAQs are "Why is my sourdough so wet and sticky?" and "How long does sourdough discard last in the fridge?".

Slices of sourdough bread.

Dry hands from mixing bread dough and sourdough

Dry Hands from Kneading Bread? Here's How To Fix It!

A matte black KitchenAid Artisan Stand mixer with a glass bowl and dough hook attached.

How To Use A Stand Mixer For Sourdough Bread

Are sourdough discard recipes really healthy?

Are Sourdough Discard Recipes Healthy?

how to add coffee to sourdough bread

How To Add Coffee To Sourdough Bread

How to add tea to sourdough bread

How To Use Tea in Sourdough Bread

pane di casa vs sourdough bread - this sourdough pane di casa bread is a great everyday bread for breakfast or a quick dinner.

Pane Di Casa vs Sourdough: What's The Difference?

Toaster Oven Sourdough - crumb shot of loaf of sourdough being held up against white wall.

Toaster Oven Sourdough

ADDING OLIVE OIL TO SOURDOUGH BREAD

Adding Olive Oil To Sourdough Bread

Sourdough float test - hand holding a glass of water with a spoonful of sourdough starter floating on top of the water

Sourdough Float Test: Is It Really Necessary?

Can you add honey to sourdough bread?

Can You Put Honey In Sourdough Bread?

GIRL ADDING SUGAR TO SOURDOUGH BREAD BEING MIXED IN YELLOW BOWL

Adding Sugar to Sourdough Bread: Is It Necessary?

Sourdough Coil Fold vs Stretch and Fold: Which Technique is Better?

Sourdough Coil Fold vs Stretch and Fold: Which Technique is Better?

Top 10 Tips for Better Sourdough