Homemade Sourdough Starter

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Sourdough Starter.

1. Step 1

   To start your sourdough journey, grab a large container that will have plenty of room for your starter to grow.

2. Step 2

   On the first day, mix together 70 grams of bread flour with 70 grams of filtered water.

3. Step 3

   Make sure to cover the container loosely; this allows the gases produced during fermentation to escape while keeping dust out.

4. Step 4

   Place it in a warm spot at room temperature, ideally around 70°F (21°C), and let it rest for 24 hours.

5. Step 5

   On the second day, it’s time to feed your budding starter! Add another 70 grams of bread flour and 70 grams of filtered water to the mixture.

6. Step 6

   Stir it well to combine everything, then cover it loosely again and let it sit at room temperature for another full day.

7. Step 7

   By the third day, you’ll notice some activity in your starter.

8. Step 8

   Discard about half of it, which is roughly 140 grams, to keep the balance right.

9. Step 9

   To the remaining starter, add 70 grams of bread flour and 70 grams of filtered water.

10. Step 10

    Mix it all together thoroughly, cover it loosely, and let it rest at room temperature for another 24 hours.

11. Step 11

    From days four to ten, continue this nurturing routine.

12. Step 12

    Each day, discard half of your starter, then add 70 grams of flour and 70 grams of water.

13. Step 13

    Stir well and cover loosely.

14. Step 14

    You’ll know your starter is thriving when it develops a delightful fruity, yeasty aroma and doubles in size within 2 to 3 hours after each feeding.

15. Step 15

    Once your starter is bubbly and active, you can store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake.

16. Step 16

    Just remember to feed it at least once a month to keep it healthy and happy.

17. Step 17

    Enjoy the process, and soon you’ll be on your way to baking delicious sourdough bread!.