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
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Add-ins:
- 150g fresh or frozen blueberries (thawed and drained if using frozen)
- Optional: Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
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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.
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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.
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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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