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Fluffy Sourdough Discard Artisan Bread

  • Total Time: 8-10 hours
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x

Description

A soft, airy, and flavorful artisan bread made with sourdough discard. This easy, no-yeast recipe creates a bakery-quality loaf with a golden crust and tender crumb—perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying with butter.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (240g) sourdough discard
  • 3 cups (360g) bread flour
  • 1 1/4 cups (300ml) warm water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for added softness)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for a hint of sweetness)

Instructions

  1. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine sourdough discard, warm water, and honey (if using). Stir until dissolved. Add flour and salt, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Knead & Bulk Fermentation: Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add olive oil during kneading if using. Cover and let rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours until doubled, performing stretch-and-folds every 30 minutes for the first two hours.
  3. Shape the Dough: Form into a round boule or oval batard. Place in a floured proofing basket or a bowl lined with a floured kitchen towel.
  4. Second Rise: Cover and let rest for 1-2 hours at room temperature until slightly puffy, or refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside. Transfer dough onto parchment paper, score the top, and place in the Dutch oven. Bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool & Enjoy: Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least an hour before slicing.

Notes

  • Whole Wheat Version: Replace 1 cup of bread flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.
  • Herbed Sourdough: Add 1 teaspoon of dried herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.
  • Seeded Crust: Sprinkle sesame or sunflower seeds on top before baking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • rise time: 6-8 hours
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Category: bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: artisan

Keywords: sourdough discard bread, artisan bread recipe, no-yeast bread, homemade sourdough, fluffy sourdough loaf

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