You’ve just checked your sourdough after its final proof, and something feels off. The dough looks different than usual, maybe too flat, overly sticky, or oddly deflated. What does overproofed sourdough look like? Recognizing the telltale signs can mean the difference between a beautiful, airy loaf and a dense disappointment. In this guide, you’ll learn…
Sourdough for beginners can seem intimidating at first, but it is actually a simple and satisfying way to make homemade bread. Using only flour, water, and natural fermentation, sourdough creates rich flavor, a crisp crust, and a soft interior. This guide is made to help new bakers understand the basics, from starting and maintaining a…
Sourdough bread is beloved by bakers and food lovers because of its complex flavor and artisanal nature. When you bake sourdough at home or in a bakery, one key stage determines whether the loaf turns out light and airy or dense and tight crumbed. That stage is proofing. Proofing is when the dough rises after…