Description
Create your own Sourdough Starter Recipe with just flour and water! This simple and rewarding process allows you to cultivate a vibrant starter that enhances the flavor and texture of your baked goods. Over the course of about a week, you’ll watch as your mixture transforms into a bubbly, aromatic starter ready for bread, pancakes, pizza dough, and more. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this homemade sourdough starter is not only cost-effective but also sustainable. Enjoy the satisfaction of baking with your very own wild yeast culture!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour (or other whole grain flour)
- 5 lb all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup room temperature water
Instructions
- Day 1: In a clean glass jar, combine 1/4 cup whole wheat flour with 1/4 cup room temperature water. Stir until well mixed and cover loosely.
- Day 2: Check for bubbles; add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup water. Mix well and cover loosely again.
- Day 3: Repeat the feeding process with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup water.
- Days 4-7: Continue feeding daily with equal parts flour and water until the starter doubles in size within a few hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 54
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ensure your glass jar is clean to prevent contamination. Maintain a warm environment (around 70°F) for optimal fermentation. If desired, you can experiment with different types of flour during the feeding process.