Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Dill Pickle Sourdough Bread
- Mix warm water and pickle juice in a bowl. Whisk in sourdough starter, then gradually add flours and salt until shaggy dough forms.
- Cover dough, let rest for 45 to 60 minutes. Perform stretch and folds every 30 minutes, incorporating diced dill pickles during the second stretch.
- Cover the dough again, let rise for about 2 hours in a warm place until doubled in size.
- Turn dough onto floured surface, shape into batard or boule, cover to relax for 20 minutes, then transfer to banneton for 2-hour proof.
- Cover banneton with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator for at least 12 hours.
- Preheat oven to 450°F with a Dutch oven inside for 30 minutes, transfer dough onto parchment, score, then place in Dutch oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove lid, bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 205°F to 210°F.
- Transfer baked bread to a wire rack, let cool for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
Measure ingredients accurately for consistent results. Keep water temperature ideal for best yeast activity. Store properly to maintain freshness.
