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Freshly baked blueberry sourdough bread

Blueberry Sourdough Bread


  • Author: Mia
  • Total Time: 12–16 hours (including fermentation time)
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices) 1x

Description

This blueberry sourdough bread is a delightful fusion of tangy sourdough and sweet blueberries. Perfectly crusty on the outside with a soft, fruity crumb, this artisan bread is great for breakfast, snacks, or even as a unique pairing for savory dishes.


Ingredients

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  • For the Dough:

    • 100g active sourdough starter
    • 350g filtered water
    • 500g bread flour
    • 10g fine sea salt
  • Add-ins:

    • 150g fresh or frozen blueberries (thawed and drained if using frozen)
    • Optional: Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

  • Activate the Starter:
    Feed your sourdough starter 4–6 hours before starting, ensuring it’s bubbly and active.

  • Mix the Dough:
    In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, water, and bread flour. Mix until no dry flour remains, then let rest for 30 minutes (autolyse).

  • Incorporate Salt:
    Add the salt and knead lightly until it is evenly distributed in the dough.

  • Bulk Fermentation:

    • Gently stretch and fold the dough every 30 minutes for the next 2–3 hours.
    • During the second hour, incorporate the blueberries by folding them gently into the dough. Avoid crushing the berries.
  • First Rise:
    Cover the dough and let it rise at room temperature until it doubles in size (about 4–6 hours).

  • Shape the Dough:
    Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape it into a boule or batard, and place it in a floured proofing basket.

  • Cold Fermentation:
    Cover and refrigerate overnight for a slow fermentation and enhanced flavor.

  • Bake the Bread:

    • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
    • Place the dough in the preheated Dutch oven, score the top, and bake covered for 20 minutes.
    • Remove the lid and bake for another 20–25 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

 

  • Cool and Serve:
    Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and enjoying.

Notes

  • Variations: Add 1 tsp cinnamon to the dough for a spiced twist or sprinkle sugar on top for added sweetness.
  • Tips: Handle the blueberries gently to prevent breaking and discoloring the dough.

 

  • Allergies: Replace bread flour with gluten-free bread flour for a gluten-free version
  • Prep Time: PT20M
  • Cook Time: CT40M
  • Category: Breakfast, Bread
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American, Artisan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
  • Calories: 235 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 1.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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