Bread Machine Sourdough

Effortlessly bake tangy, artisan-style sourdough bread in the comfort of your home with this Bread Machine Sourdough recipe. Requiring just 10 minutes of hands-on prep time, this recipe takes the guesswork out of sourdough baking by relying on your trusty bread machine to knead and rise the dough to perfection. Highlighting the deep, complex flavor of an active sourdough starter, this recipe combines simple pantry staples like bread flour, salt, and sugar for a beautifully soft and airy loaf. Customize it to your preference by baking directly in the bread machine or transferring it to your oven for a rustic, golden crust. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this sourdough bread is ideal for everything from morning toast to gourmet sandwiches.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 120 grams Active sourdough starter
• 240 ml Warm water
• 400 grams Bread flour
• 8 grams Salt
• 10 grams Sugar

Directions

Step 1

Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly. Feed it 4 to 6 hours prior to starting the recipe if necessary.

Step 2

Add the ingredients to your bread machine in the following order: warm water, sourdough starter, bread flour, salt, and sugar.

Step 3

Set your bread machine to the 'dough' cycle. This will knead the dough and allow it to begin its first rise.

Step 4

Once the dough cycle is complete, check the dough. It should be soft, smooth, and slightly sticky. If it feels too dry, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time, or if it’s too sticky, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time. Run an additional 10-minute kneading cycle if adjusted.

Step 5

Let the dough rest in the bread machine for an extended rise, about 2 to 3 hours, or until it has doubled in size. This allows the sourdough flavor to develop fully.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, you can bake it directly in the bread machine by setting it to the 'bake' cycle. Alternatively, you can remove the dough, shape it into a loaf or boule, and bake it in a conventional oven at 230°C (450°F) for 30 to 35 minutes.

Step 7

If baking in the bread machine, once the baking cycle is done, carefully remove the bread and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Step 8

Enjoy your tangy, homemade sourdough bread as toast, sandwiches, or simply on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	538 grams (538.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1556

Total Fat 6.60g	8%
Saturated Fat 1.30g	7%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3156mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 326.00g	119%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 11.20g
Protein 49.20g	98%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 66mg	5%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 424mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.8%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 83.6%