Sourdough Loaf (No Drama Method)
Real sourdough bread made simple — no Dutch oven or fancy tools required. This loaf bakes in a standard pan with a soft, crusty finish and classic tangy flavor. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just because homemade bread hits different.
Equipment
- Large glass mixing bowl
- Hand Mixer with dough hooks
- Parchment paper
- Standard Loaf pan
- Measuring cups/spoons
Ingredients
- 120 g Sourdough starter active preferred
- 320 g Water room temperature
- 360 g Flour bread flour or unbleached all purpose
- 1½ tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Honey raw is best
Instructions
- Mix starter, water, and flour. Rest 30–60 min (autolyse).
- Add salt and honey. Mix until incorporated.
- Stretch & fold every 30 min for 2 hours (4–6 sets).
- Bulk ferment 4–6 hours until doubled and airy.
- Shape into loaf. Gently fold the edges toward the center and roll the dough toward you to create surface tension., place in parchment-lined pan seam side down.
- Final rise 2–3 hours (or overnight in fridge).
- Bake at 425°F for 50–55 min. Optional steam for better crust.
- Cool before slicing.
