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Easy No-Knead Sourdough Bread Recipe for Beginners

This no-knead sourdough bread recipe is perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a simple, easy recipe to make a light and fluffy loaf.
Cuisine: Sourdough
Keyword: no-knead sourdough bread
Servings: 1 loaf

Ingredients

  • Flour: 500g
  • Water: 300g
  • Starter: 200g
  • Salt: 10g

Instructions

THE DAY BEFORE YOU WANT TO BAKE

  • Measure and mix flour and water together lightly incorporating with the dutch dough hook
  • Cover and rest at room temperature for 3-4 hours
  • Measure and add starter and salt, mixing lightly until all ingredients are incorporated

BULK FERMENTATION

  • Perform two coil folds in 15 minute intervals
  • Perform four coil folds in 30 minute intervals
  • Cover and rise on the counter for 3-4 hours or until roughly doubled in size
  • Pre-shape and rest uncovered on the counter for about 30 minutes

COLD FERMENT

  • Perform the final shaping and place in a covered banneton basket in the fridge for 8-10 hours

BAKE DAY

  • Place your dutch oven or baker with lid in the cold oven
  • Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F
  • Allow your oven to fully preheat for about 30-45 minutes
  • Score the bread and bake covered for 25 minutes
  • Turn your oven down to 475, remove the lid, and bake for another 10 minutes or until your bread is golden brown
  • Rest the dough for at least two hours before slicing!!