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Sourdough Starter

Sourdough Starter

A simple mixture of flour and water that ferments to create a bubbly, active starter for baking delicious sourdough bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 7 days
Servings: 1 starter
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Bread
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 cups Flour Use all-purpose, whole wheat, or rye flour.
  • 4-5 cups Filtered water Use room temperature water for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Flour (for initial mix) Combine with water to start the starter.
  • 1/2 cup Filtered water (for initial mix) Combine with flour to start the starter.

Equipment

  • Quart glass jar
  • Sturdy spoon or spatula
  • Breathable cover (coffee filter or tea towel)

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients: flour, filtered water, and a quart glass jar.
  2. In the jar, combine 1/2 cup of flour with 1/2 cup of filtered water. Stir until well combined.
  3. Cover the jar with a breathable material and let it sit at room temperature.
  4. On the second day, add another 1/2 cup of flour and 1/2 cup of water to the starter. Stir well and cover again.
  5. By day three, check for bubbles. If present, remove 1/2 to 3/4 cup of starter, then feed with 1/2 cup of flour and 1/2 cup of water.
  6. For days five through seven, continue to feed your starter 1-2 times a day, removing 1/2 to 3/4 cup before each feeding.
  7. By the end of day seven, your starter should be bubbly and double in size within 4-8 hours after feeding.

Notes

Patience and consistency are key to creating a healthy sourdough starter. Experiment with different flours for unique flavors.