Meet our cherished sourdough starter, nurtured since 2018.

With love and care, it’s the heart of our baking journey. Now, we’re excited to share the secret! With simple steps and a sprinkle of patience, you too can create your own sourdough starter. Let us guide you through the process, unlocking the joy of homemade breadmaking. Start your sourdough adventure today!

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FAQ’s:

  1. How long does it take to create a sourdough starter?
    • Creating a sourdough starter typically takes about 7 days, although it can vary depending on factors like temperature and flour type. By following a daily feeding and discarding routine, you can cultivate a mature and active sourdough starter within a week.
  1. Do I have to use whole grain flour to make a sourdough starter?
    • While whole grain flour is often recommended for creating a sourdough starter due to its higher nutrient content and natural yeast presence, you can use all-purpose flour or a combination of flours as well. Whole grain flour tends to provide a richer environment for fermentation, but all-purpose flour can still produce a successful starter.
  1. How do I know if my sourdough starter is ready to use?
    • A mature sourdough starter should be bubbly, have a pleasant sour aroma, and double in size within a few hours of feeding. It should also float when a small amount is dropped into water. Additionally, you can perform the “float test” by dropping a teaspoon of starter into a glass of water. If it floats, it’s ready to use. If it sinks, continue feeding it until it passes the float test.
SOURDOUGH IN A GLASS JAR

Homemade Sourdough Starter Recipe

The heart and soul of artisanal breadmaking. Crafted with care and nurtured over time, our starter is your gateway to creating bread with unparalleled flavor and texture. Made from just flour, water, and the magic of fermentation.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup whole grain flour such as whole wheat, rye, or spelt
  • 1/4 cup filtered water at room temperature

Instructions
 

  • Day 1: In a clean glass jar or container, combine 1/4 cup of whole grain flour with 1/4 cup of filtered water. Stir until well combined to form a thick paste.
  • Day 2: You may not see much activity yet, but discard half of the mixture (about 1/4 cup) and then add another 1/4 cup of whole grain flour and 1/4 cup of filtered water. Stir well to combine.
  • Day 3: By now, you may start to see some bubbles and fermentation activity. Again, discard half of the mixture (about 1/4 cup) and then add 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup of filtered water. Stir well to combine.
  • Days 4-7: Continue with the same process of discarding half of the mixture and feeding it with equal parts of all-purpose flour and water every 24 hours. For each feeding, discard half of the starter (about 1/4 cup) and then add 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup of filtered water. Stir well to combine.
  • After Day 7: Once your sourdough starter is mature and active, you can store it in the refrigerator. Feed the starter once a week by removing it from the refrigerator, discarding half, and then feeding it with 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup of filtered water. Allow the starter to come to room temperature before using it in recipes.
  • Storage: Store your mature sourdough starter in the refrigerator in a loosely covered container. If you plan to bake frequently, you can keep it at room temperature and feed it daily.

Notes

With this homemade sourdough starter, you'll be ready to bake delicious sourdough bread, pancakes, waffles, and more! Enjoy the process and happy baking!
 

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