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Ballerina Farm Sourdough Recipe You’ll Love
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Ballerina Farm Sourdough Recipe You’ll Love

If you’re looking for a delightful way to bake bread at home, the Ballerina Farm Sourdough Recipe You’ll Love is perfect for you! This recipe is not only simple but also offers the most delicious and flavorful bread you’ll ever taste.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Baking Time 40 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Artisan, Farmhouse
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sourdough Starter
  • Flour = 01 cup all-purpose
  • Water = 1/2 cup
For the Bread
  • Flour = 03 cups all-purpose (plus extra for dusting)
  • Water = 1 1/2 cups
  • Salt = 1 1/2 teaspoons
  • Active Sourdough Starter = 01 cup

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Kitchen Scale (for accurate measurements)
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Plastic Wrap or A Clean Kitchen Towel
  • Baking Sheet or Dutch Oven
  • Parchment Paper (if using a baking sheet)
  • Bread Knife (for slicing)

Method
 

  1. Step by Step Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Your Sourdough Starter
    Feed the Starter
    1. Mix 1 cup of flour and 1/2 cup of water.
    Let it Rest
    1. Leave it at room temperature for 6-8 hours.
    Step 2: Mix the Dough
      Combine Ingredients
      1. In a large bowl, add 3 cups of flour, 1 1/2 cups of water, and 1 cup of active starter.
      Stir
      1. Use a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
      Step 3: Knead the Dough
        Flour the Surface
        1. Sprinkle flour on a clean surface.
        Knead
        1. Turn the dough out and knead for 5-10 minutes.
        Step 4: First Rise
          Place in Bowl
          1. Put the dough in a greased bowl.
          Cover
          1. Use plastic wrap or a kitchen towel.
          Let it Rise
          1. Leave in a warm place for 4-6 hours.
          Step 5: Shape the Dough
            Punch Down
            1. Gently deflate the risen dough.
            Shape
            1. Turn it out and form it into a loaf.
            Step 6: Second Rise
              Transfer
              1. Place the shaped dough on a parchment-lined sheet or in a floured Dutch oven.
              Cover Again
              1. Let it rise for 2-3 hours.
              Step 7: Preheat the Oven
                Set Temperature
                1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
                Prepare Dutch Oven
                1. If using one, place it inside to preheat.
                Step 8: Bake the Bread
                  Bake
                  1. Place the dough in the hot Dutch oven or baking sheet.
                  Time
                  1. Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
                  Step 9: Cool
                    Remove
                    1. Take the bread out of the oven.
                    Cool
                    1. Let it rest on a wire rack before slicing.
                    Servings and Preparation Times
                    1. Preparation Time: About 30 minutes (not including rising time).
                    2. Baking Time: 30-40 minutes.
                    3. Rising Time: Approximately 6-8 hours (divided into first and second rises).
                    4. Total Time: 9 hours and 10 minutes
                    5. Serves: This recipe makes approximately 16 slices of sourdough bread.

                    Notes

                    Here are some helpful tips to make your Ballerina Farm Sourdough Recipe even better:
                     
                    • Use a Good Starter: Make sure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly. Feed it a day before baking to ensure it has enough yeast.
                    • Measure Ingredients Carefully: Use a kitchen scale for the best results. Weighing flour and water will help you achieve the perfect dough consistency.
                    • Be Patient: Sourdough takes time to rise, so be patient and give it the hours it needs. This is what helps develop that amazing flavor!
                    • Check the Dough: Look for the dough to double in size during the first rise. It should be puffy and soft when you’re ready to shape it.
                    • Use a Dutch Oven: Baking your sourdough in a Dutch oven can help create a steamy environment, resulting in a beautiful crust.
                    • Cool Before Slicing: Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing. This will help set the texture and make it easier to cut.