Craving the delightful aroma of freshly baked bread wafting through your home? Look no further than this easy, one-day sourdough bread recipe that is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. There’s no need for complicated starters or long waiting times with this recipe – just simple ingredients and a few hours of patience, and you’ll be rewarded with a delicious loaf of homemade sourdough bread that’s bound to impress your family and friends.
A One Day Sourdough Bread Recipe Anyone Can Make
Ingredients:
– 1 cup active sourdough starter
– 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water
– 4 cups bread flour
– 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the active sourdough starter and lukewarm water. Stir well to incorporate the starter into the water.
2. Gradually add the bread flour to the mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.
3. Allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes, covered with a kitchen towel, to let the flour hydrate and the gluten begin to develop.
4. After the resting period, sprinkle the salt over the dough. Knead the dough in the bowl for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Shape the dough into a ball, place it back into the bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise at room temperature for about 3-4 hours, or until doubled in size.
6. Once the dough has doubled, gently deflate it and shape it into a smooth round loaf. Place it on a lightly floured surface or in a proofing basket, seam side down.
7. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside to preheat as well.
8. Using a knife or blade, score the top of the loaf with a few slashes to allow for proper expansion during baking.
9. Carefully transfer the dough into the preheated Dutch oven using the parchment paper as a sling.
10. Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and bake the bread for 20-25 minutes. Then, remove the lid and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
11. Once baked, remove the sourdough bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Enjoy the satisfaction of slicing into a warm, freshly baked loaf of sourdough bread that you made in just one day! The tangy flavor and chewy texture are sure to make it a favorite at your table. Feel free to experiment with different flours or add-ins like herbs, seeds, or dried fruits to customize your sourdough bread to your liking. Whether enjoyed on its own, with a smear of butter, or as the base for a tasty sandwich, this homemade bread is bound to become a staple in your kitchen.
