Description
A delicious sourdough bread with the natural sweetness of honey and wholesome oats, perfect for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
- 625 grams bread flour (about 4 cups)
- 100 grams active sourdough starter (about 1 cup)
- 10 grams salt (about 1 3/4 teaspoon)
- 450 grams water (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 30 grams honey
- 50 grams rolled oats (extra for topping)
Instructions
- Combine sourdough starter, water, and flour in a large mixing bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon until dense.
- Let the mixture sit for one hour (autolyse stage).
- Add salt, honey, and oats. Let it sit for another 30 minutes.
- Perform the first stretch and fold or coil fold method on the dough.
- Rest the dough for another 30 minutes and repeat folding process 3-4 more times at 30-minute intervals.
- When dough has doubled in size, shape it into a ball. Prepare for the fridge.
- Line a bowl with a towel or use a proofing basket. Flour the surface and place dough smooth side down inside.
- Cover with plastic wrap. Let it sit in the fridge for at least 12 hours (up to 24 hours).
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit with a Dutch oven inside.
- Gently flip dough onto parchment paper. Spray with water and sprinkle oats on top.
- Cut slits or designs in the dough to help it rise. Transfer into the hot Dutch oven.
- For a bubbly crust, add ice cubes outside of parchment if desired.
- Bake for 35 minutes. Check at 30 minutes and remove the lid to brown if needed.
- Cool bread completely on a rack before slicing.
Notes
Ensure your sourdough starter is active for the best results. Experiment with different toppings for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American