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Welcome to Part 3 of making sourdough with me! This is real dough, real time! No edits, no flour clouds to hide behind. Just me shaping a sticky, high-hydration sourdough and showing you exactly how I do it. This step used to totally stress me out. So if shaping still feels like the part that…

Stretch and fold in REAL TIME! See how the dough transforms over all four sets – and I’ll show you the aliquot cup I use to track fermentation. This is part two of the series – come back for shaping in part three…

Wondering why your dough is so sticky? It’s all about hydration! 💧 Higher hydration means softer, open crumb bread — even if it feels tricky at first. Stick around for more beginner tips! #creatorsearchinsights #foryourpage #stickydough #bakingforbeginners#sourdough #sourdoughbread…

Even I mess up sometimes. Einkorn flour is very different—and this first loaf didn’t go the way I hoped. But every dense, weird loaf is a step toward figuring it out. Flour choice can totally change your sourdough outcome. Einkorn is humbling… but I’m not done with it yet. 💪 #sourdough #einkorn…

Thomas Edison didn’t fail 10,000 times at making the lightbulb — he found 10,000 ways that didn’t work.
And that’s exactly what the process of learning to bake sourdough is like. Every sticky dough, flat loaf, or underproofed brick isn’t failure — it’s feedback.
It’s how you learn what works in…

Ever seen those shiny, cracked blisters on your sourdough crust and wondered if they’re a mistake? They’re actually a good sign. Blisters mean your sourdough has strong fermentation, good hydration, and was baked with high heat—aka, you nailed it. For beginner sourdough bakers, these crusty…

I’ve been working on a new starter blend trying to create a new bread with more of a ‘traditional’ sourdough tang, and this loaf is the first one out of the oven. The crumb blew me away.
Should I post how I built the starter from scratch? 💛 🌾 Organic flour | Naturally fermented | Nationwide…

Just three ingredients: flour, water, and salt…
But somehow she turned out fancy, dramatic, and ready for a runway. This is your sign that simple baking doesn’t have to look simple. Cookies by request 😏 #s#sourdough #b#breadtok #f#fancysourdough #3#3ingredients #b#breadart #s#sourdoughscoring…

This sourdough score looks expert - but it’s beginner friendly if you use one key tool. 👇 Want to impress your friends and family with sourdough scoring that looks advanced—but is totally beginner-friendly? This easy spiral score is perfect for beginner sourdough bakers, and all you need is one…

I scored all 3 of these loaves by hand—each one at a different skill level, from beginner-friendly to expert. This is what real sourdough can look like with just a blade and practice. 🍞 🌿 Organic ingredients | Naturally leavened | Ships nationwide
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Sometimes starting with the final loaf is the best motivation! 🥹This scoring technique is simple and effective – especially if you’re still learning. Just follow along - no stress! Just confidence! 💪wanting deep dive on scoring Stiles? Drop a 🥖 in the comments! #creatorsearchinsights #sourdough…

Final step! 🍞 This sourdough sandwich, bread cold proof overnight, rose on the counter for four hours, and now it’s fresh from the oven! So soft and easy to freeze – stay till the end for my taste testers…

Follow up to my last video! 🍞✨Shaping sourdough sandwich bread is so much easier than you think. This step sets you up for a soft, fluffy loaf! 🥖Next up: final proofing and baking – stay tuned! 🔥#creatorsearchinsights #foryoupage #sourdough #sourdoughbread #sandwichbread #easybaking #breadbaking…

Mixing up the easiest sourdough sandwich bread! 🍞 ✨No need for endless stretch and folds – just one shaping and an overnight rise. Perfect for beginners looking for a simple delicious loaf of bread. 🥖 #creatorsearchinsights…

Scoring isn’t just for looks - it helps your bread get that beautiful oven spring! 🌿🍞In this video, I’ll show you an easy score for your sourdough loaf & why it matters. Want more scoring videos? Drop a 🥖! #creatorsearchinsights #foryoupage #sourdough #artisanbread #fermentation #homebaking…

I hate super tiny sourdough… But I know some people love it! 🥖The secret to how sour your bread tastes comes down to lactic versus acetic acid. In this video, I’ll show you how to adjust your fermentation to match your taste – whether you love, mild, balanced sourdough, or that extra tangy bite…

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You’ve shaped your dough, built structure, and now you’re finally ready to cold proof… BUT WAIT – there’s one more critical last step: stitching. Why does it matter? 🤔Because stitching: ☑️helps control your loaves shape overnight; ☑️encourages that gorgeous oven spring, when baking; and ☑️keeps…

Adding 10 g of salt diluted in 25 g of reserved filtered water after one hour of fermentalizing makes your dough feel super wet and sticky – but this is EXACTLY what you want! This process helps the flower fully absorb water and kickstarts strong gluten formation. Don’t stress if your dough looks…

Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer for adding inclusions to sourdough – it depends on what you’re adding! 🥖✨Some go in at the start, some during stretch and fall, and others at shaping. Here, I’m adding everything bagel seasoning and explaining why it’s different! The garlic and…

The first stretch and fold is where you really work the dough! 💪🥖 It builds, gluten and structure for a better rise, crumb, and crust. Watch how I do it and ask any questions below! 👇…

Shaggy Dough is more than just mix - it’s where gluten development, fermentation, and structure all begin! 🥖💡Taking time here means a better rise, chrome, crisp crust, and deep flavor later. Making a good shaggy dough: strengthens gluten for elasticity and oven spring; starts fermentation for…

Making sourdough all about patients and precision. Watches a mix a double batch using 200g active starter, 700ml water, 800g bread flour, 150g all purpose flour, and 20g to create a beautifully fermented dough. 🥖✨Have questions? Drop them below!👇…

If you are struggling to know when your sourdough is ready to shape, use the Jell-O shot cup method (a.k.a. the Aliquot method) to track fermentation with a 2 ounce clear container! When the dough reaches the lid, it’s time to shape! @Audrey | Artisan Sourdough 🥖🔥#foryoupage #baking #sourdough…

Proofing and gluten strength are not the same thing! 💡If you’ve been struggling with flat, dense, gummy, or weak sourdough, this may be why! Proofing is all about fermentation and air bubbles, while gluten strength is what holds the bread structure. Think of it like going to the gym Dash you build…

Struggling with sticky sourdough? 🫣 Don’t add more flour – just trust the process! Slap and folds and push and pulls strengthen the dough, develop, gluten, and create the perfect smooth “skin“ for an amazing crust. 🙌 Watch is the super sticky dough transforms! 🥖✨#creatorsearchinsights…

🚨Stop stressing over sticky sourdough! 🚨If your dough feels wet and hard to handle, that’s actually a good sign! 🙌High hydration sourdough equals better texture, chrome, and a soft, air a loaf. Don’t panic – just work with the dough, not against it! 💡Here are some pro tips: 1) use wet hands…

IT’S NOT GOODBYE! With all the buzz about a potential TikTok band, I wanna make sure we stay connected! If this app disappears, here’s where you can still find me, and all my content: Instagram [@howetodoit_]. YouTube [@Howetodoit]. Facebook [@theleavenedbox] Aside from this sad stuff, what’s…

Tell your Valentine that you ‘loaf’ them with the gift of this beautifully curated and crafted Valentines Day Sourdough Gift Box - a perfect blend of artisanal flavor and heartfelt charm. This bread is made in small batches so make sure to order by February 7 so it can get to your sweetie on time…

Struggling with messy slices on your fresh sourdough? Try this bread hack! Cut the artisan wool in half, place the halves face down, and sliced vertically. This method keeps the bread stable and perfect for soft sourdough. Say goodbye to uneven slices! #foryoupage #breadhacks #sourdough…