Sourdough Sandwich Bread
A delicious and versatile sourdough sandwich bread, perfect for sandwiches or toast, with a crispy crust and soft interior.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 8 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Baking
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 130 kcal
- 500 g bread flour
- 350 g water
- 100 g active sourdough starter
- 10 g salt
- Optional: Seeds or herbs for extra flavor
In a large bowl, mix the flour, water, and sourdough starter until no dry flour remains.
Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes (autolyse).
Add salt to the dough and mix well.
Perform a series of stretch and folds every 30 minutes for 2-3 hours.
After bulk fermentation, shape the dough into a round loaf.
Place the shaped dough into a floured proofing basket.
Cover and let it rise for 2-4 hours at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
Carefully transfer the dough into the hot Dutch oven.
Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 4gFat: 1gFiber: 1g
Keyword sourdough, bread, baking, homemade bread