Description
A simple and easy-to-follow recipe for creating a small-batch sourdough starter, perfect for beginners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon active sourdough starter (optional)
Instructions
- In a clean glass jar, combine the flour and water.
- Mix until there are no dry spots and the mixture is smooth.
- If using, add the active sourdough starter and mix well.
- Cover the jar loosely with a lid or cloth to allow airflow.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
- After 24 hours, check for bubbles and a slight rise.
- Feed the starter with equal parts flour and water (1/2 cup each) every 24 hours for about 5-7 days until it is bubbly and doubles in size.
Notes
- Use filtered or bottled water for best results.
- Keep the starter in a warm place, ideally between 70°F and 75°F.
- Adjust the feeding schedule based on the temperature and activity of the starter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Fermentation
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg