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Great First Loaf·Loaves

Classic Country Sourdough

A round, open-crumb loaf that's the perfect first project for any home baker.

48 hrs Intermediate

Showstopper·Loaves

Tartine-Style Country Loaf

A rustic boule with a deeply caramelized crust and a tender, open interior.

36 hrs Intermediate

Classic·Loaves

Pain de Campagne

A traditional French country loaf with a whisper of whole wheat and dark rye.

30 hrs Intermediate

Easy Start·Loaves

Beginner's Simple Sourdough

A forgiving recipe with minimal steps and big-time payoff. Perfect for week one.

24 hrs Beginner

San Francisco Sourdough

Tangy, crisp-crusted, and unmistakably West Coast. A nod to the bay.

48 hrs Intermediate

Reader Favorite·Loaves

Forkish-Style Field Blend

A two-flour boule inspired by Ken Forkish, with a forgiving long bulk.

30 hrs Intermediate

Everyday·Loaves

Sandwich Sourdough

A pan loaf with a softer crust, sized perfectly for everyday sandwiches.

20 hrs Beginner

Versatile·Loaves

Pullman Sourdough

Baked in a lidded pan for a square, tightly-crumbed loaf that slices like a dream.

24 hrs Intermediate

Aspirational·Loaves

Open-Crumb Country Loaf

Higher hydration, more skill — chase those big, glossy holes.

30 hrs Advanced

Vermont-Style Sourdough

Maple-water hydration and a hint of whole wheat. Pure New England comfort.

30 hrs Intermediate

Traditional·Loaves

Italian Country Bread

Pane casareccio, the everyday Italian table loaf. Olive oil welcome.

24 hrs Intermediate

Crowd Pleaser·Loaves

Crusty Boule

The hallmark of artisan baking: thunderous crust, tender interior.

30 hrs Intermediate

Family Favorite·Loaves

Farmhouse White Sourdough

An everyday loaf that's mild, milky, and endlessly toastable.

24 hrs Beginner

Low Effort·Loaves

Pain Rustique

A no-shape, no-fuss loaf that celebrates the rustic side of sourdough.

20 hrs Beginner

Quick Win·Loaves

Same-Day Sourdough

Active morning, fresh-bread evening. For when patience runs thin.

8 hrs Intermediate

Wholesome·Whole Grain

Overnight Whole Wheat Loaf

Long cold fermentation unlocks nutty, complex flavor you can't rush.

36 hrs Intermediate

Hearty·Whole Grain

100% Whole Wheat Sourdough

All-wheat and proudly so. Dense, deep, and packed with character.

30 hrs Advanced

Sweet & Hearty·Whole Grain

Honey Whole Wheat Sourdough

A drizzle of local honey rounds out the wheat's bold edge.

24 hrs Beginner

Nutritious·Whole Grain

Sprouted Wheat Loaf

Sprouted berries lend a sweet, malty depth and a softer crumb.

30 hrs Intermediate

Adventurous·Whole Grain

Dark Rye Sourdough

Dense, earthy, complex. The bread of Northern Europe.

72 hrs Advanced

Beautiful·Whole Grain

Marble Rye Loaf

Swirled light and dark doughs in a single dramatic loaf.

30 hrs Intermediate

Deli Style·Whole Grain

Caraway Rye Sourdough

Classic deli rye, with whole caraway seeds for that unmistakable bite.

30 hrs Intermediate

Slow Bake·Whole Grain

Pumpernickel Loaf

Slow-baked in a low oven for hours. Dark, sweet, and intensely savory.

48 hrs Advanced

Old World·Whole Grain

Borodinsky Rye

A Russian rye with molasses, coriander, and a touch of cocoa.

48 hrs Advanced

Nordic·Whole Grain

Danish Rugbrød

A whole-grain, seed-studded brick of nourishment. A staple of every Danish kitchen.

36 hrs Intermediate

Balanced·Whole Grain

50/50 Wheat-Rye Sourdough

Balanced between sweet wheat and earthy rye. A perfect everyday loaf.

30 hrs Intermediate

Power Loaf·Whole Grain

Multigrain Power Loaf

Six grains and three seeds. A loaf with a CV.

30 hrs Intermediate

Showstopper·Seeded

Seeded Batard

Encrusted with sesame, poppy, and sunflower seeds. As pretty as it is delicious.

30 hrs Intermediate

Crunchy·Seeded

Sunflower Crunch Loaf

Toasted sunflower seeds inside and out, for big, satisfying crunch.

24 hrs Beginner

Aromatic·Seeded

Sesame Sourdough

Toasted sesame folded through the crumb. Nutty, fragrant, addictive.

24 hrs Beginner

Brunch Star·Seeded

Everything Bagel Loaf

All the everything-bagel topping, on a full-size loaf. Brunch upgrade.

24 hrs Beginner

Nutritious·Seeded

Flax & Chia Sourdough

Soaked seeds add moisture, omega-3s, and a satisfying chew.

30 hrs Intermediate

Ancient Grain·Seeded

Spelt Sourdough

An ancient grain with a sweet, mellow flavor and a lacy, soft crumb.

24 hrs Beginner

Ancient Grain·Seeded

Einkorn Sourdough

The original wheat. Tender, golden, and beautifully aromatic.

30 hrs Intermediate

Ancient Grain·Seeded

Kamut Sourdough

Khorasan wheat brings a buttery, slightly sweet character.

30 hrs Intermediate

Oat Porridge Loaf

Cooked oat porridge folded in makes the softest, most moist crumb imaginable.

30 hrs Intermediate

Fan Favorite·Flavored

Rosemary & Olive Sourdough

Castelvetrano olives and fresh rosemary baked into a rustic round.

30 hrs Intermediate

Garlic Herb Sourdough

Roasted garlic and a Provençal herb blend. Built for soup nights.

24 hrs Beginner

Jalapeño Cheddar Sourdough

Sharp aged cheddar and pickled jalapeños. Bold and crowd-pleasing.

24 hrs Beginner

Holiday Favorite·Flavored

Cranberry Walnut Sourdough

Dried cranberries and toasted walnuts. The Thanksgiving loaf, year-round.

30 hrs Intermediate

Breakfast Star·Flavored

Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough

Plump raisins and a generous swirl of cinnamon sugar. Toast it.

24 hrs Beginner

Indulgent·Flavored

Chocolate Cherry Sourdough

Dark cocoa, bittersweet chocolate chunks, and sour cherries. Dessert bread.

30 hrs Intermediate

Italian·Flavored

Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil

Italian sunshine in every slice. Excellent under a fried egg.

24 hrs Beginner

Maple Walnut Sourdough

Pure maple syrup and toasted walnuts. Tastes like a Vermont morning.

30 hrs Intermediate

Savory·Flavored

Cheese & Onion Sourdough

Sharp cheddar and caramelized onions baked right into the crumb.

24 hrs Beginner

Cheese Lover·Flavored

Black Pepper & Asiago

Cracked black pepper and aged Asiago. Pairs beautifully with charcuterie.

24 hrs Beginner

Elegant·Flavored

Honey Lavender Loaf

Local wildflower honey and culinary lavender. Subtle, floral, refined.

30 hrs Intermediate

Autumn·Flavored

Pumpkin Sage Sourdough

Roasted pumpkin purée and fresh sage. The bread of fall.

30 hrs Intermediate

Comforting·Flavored

Roasted Garlic Parmesan

A whole head of slow-roasted garlic and a snowstorm of Parmesan.

24 hrs Beginner

Fan Favorite·Flatbreads

Rosemary Focaccia

Pillowy, herb-scented focaccia that disappears within minutes of coming out of the oven.

24 hrs Beginner

Beautiful·Flatbreads

Garden Focaccia

Topped with sliced tomatoes, peppers, and herbs to look like a wildflower field.

24 hrs Intermediate

Seasonal·Flatbreads

Schiacciata all'Uva

Tuscan grape focaccia, sweet and savory at once. Late-summer perfection.

24 hrs Intermediate

Crowd Pleaser·Flatbreads

Sourdough Pizza Dough

Bubbly, blistered, and built for high-heat ovens.

48 hrs Intermediate

Versatile·Flatbreads

Sourdough Pita

Pockets that puff dramatically in a hot oven. Great for stuffing.

20 hrs Beginner

Crowd Pleaser·Flatbreads

Sourdough Naan

Soft, blistered flatbread for curries, dips, and impromptu sandwiches.

20 hrs Beginner

Quick·Flatbreads

Sourdough Flour Tortillas

Soft, pliable tortillas perfect for tacos and quesadillas.

12 hrs Beginner

Thin & Crisp·Flatbreads

Sourdough Lavash

Thin, crisp Armenian flatbread ideal for wraps or breaking into crackers.

20 hrs Beginner

Quick·Flatbreads

Sourdough Crackers

Brittle, snappy crackers from your discard. The ultimate cheese-board companion.

Easy Win·Flatbreads

Olive Oil Focaccia

A back-pocket focaccia recipe that's all about the olive oil and flaky salt.

24 hrs Beginner

Sourdough Discard Pancakes

Fluffy, tangy pancakes using your sourdough discard. A weekend ritual.

20 min Beginner

Brunch·Discard

Sourdough Discard Waffles

Crisp on the outside, tender inside. Best ratio of effort to delight.

25 min Beginner

No Waste·Discard

Sourdough Discard Crackers

Roll thin, sprinkle with sea salt, and watch them disappear.

Elegant·Discard

Sourdough Discard Crêpes

Delicate, lacy crêpes for sweet or savory fillings.

30 min Beginner

Sourdough Discard Pretzels

Chewy soft pretzels with a dark, glossy crust. Pair with mustard.

3 hrs Intermediate

Weeknight·Discard

Sourdough Discard Pizza Crust

A faster pizza dough that uses discard for tang and complexity.

Southern·Discard

Sourdough Discard Biscuits

Flaky, tall, buttery, with that signature tang. The ultimate breakfast.

Comfort·Discard

Sourdough Discard Banana Bread

The classic, but tangier. Use spotty bananas and good butter.

1.5 hrs Beginner

Dessert·Discard

Sourdough Discard Chocolate Cake

Single-layer, moist, deeply chocolatey. Frost with cream cheese.

1.5 hrs Beginner

Dessert·Discard

Sourdough Discard Brownies

Fudgy, dense, and just-tangy-enough to keep you coming back.

Sourdough Discard Cookies

Soft, slightly chewy, with hidden depth from the discard.

Breakfast·Discard

Sourdough Discard Muffins

Endlessly adaptable: berries, lemon, chocolate chip — all welcome.

45 min Beginner

Tea Time·Discard

Sourdough Discard Scones

Cream scones with a tender crumb and a hint of sourdough tang.

45 min Beginner

Indulgent·Discard

Discard Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, gooey rolls with cream cheese glaze. Worth the morning.

3 hrs Intermediate

Luxurious·Sweet

Sourdough Brioche

Rich, buttery, and pillowy. The crown jewel of enriched sourdough.

30 hrs Advanced

Showstopper·Sweet

Sourdough Chocolate Babka

Buttery dough braided around rivers of dark chocolate.

30 hrs Advanced

Hot Cross Buns

Spiced, fruited buns crowned with a pâte à choux cross. Easter staple.

24 hrs Intermediate

Breakfast·Sweet

Cinnamon Swirl Bread

A bakery-style cinnamon loaf with a spiraled center.

30 hrs Intermediate

Traditional·Sweet

Sourdough Challah

A braided, egg-rich loaf with the depth of a long ferment.

24 hrs Intermediate

Sourdough Panettone

The Italian Christmas bread, with candied fruit and a long, slow proof.

72 hrs Advanced

Sourdough Stollen

A buttery German Christmas loaf studded with marzipan and fruit.

30 hrs Advanced

Indulgent·Sweet

Sourdough Donuts

Light, tangy donuts you can fry or bake. Pillowy and addictive.

20 hrs Intermediate

Indulgent·Sweet

Sourdough Sticky Buns

Soft buns baked into a pecan-and-caramel glaze. Invert with pride.

20 hrs Intermediate

International·Sweet

Sourdough Conchas

Mexican sweet bread with a striped sugar crust. Pan dulce perfection.

20 hrs Intermediate

Brunch·Specialty

Sourdough Bagels

Boiled, then baked, with a chewy interior and a snappy crust.

20 hrs Intermediate

Snack·Specialty

Sourdough Soft Pretzels

Chewy, lye-bathed pretzels with a deep mahogany crust.

12 hrs Intermediate

Classic·Specialty

Sourdough Baguettes

Long, slender loaves with a shattering crust and a milky crumb.

30 hrs Advanced

Italian·Specialty

Sourdough Ciabatta

Open-crumbed Italian loaves perfect for soaking up olive oil.

24 hrs Intermediate

Brunch·Specialty

Sourdough English Muffins

Cooked on a griddle, fork-split, and toasted. The cathedral of nooks.

12 hrs Beginner

Soft·Specialty

Tangzhong Milk Bread

Japanese-style milk bread with a sourdough soul. Cottony soft.

24 hrs Intermediate

Sandwich·Specialty

Sourdough Sandwich Rolls

Soft, just-sturdy-enough rolls for serious sandwiches.

20 hrs Beginner

Cookout·Specialty

Sourdough Hamburger Buns

Sturdy, slightly sweet buns that won't fall apart on a juicy burger.

20 hrs Beginner

Autumn·Seasonal

Sourdough Pumpkin Loaf

Roasted pumpkin and warm spices. Fall on a cutting board.

30 hrs Intermediate

Autumn·Seasonal

Apple Cider Sourdough

Reduced apple cider gives this loaf orchard-fresh sweetness.

30 hrs Intermediate

Holiday·Seasonal

Cranberry Orange Sourdough

Bright, citrusy, and studded with dried cranberries. A holiday brunch staple.

30 hrs Intermediate

Holiday·Seasonal

Eggnog Loaf

Holiday eggnog in loaf form, with rum, nutmeg, and warmth.

20 hrs Beginner

Summer·Seasonal

Summer Berry Loaf

Fresh blueberries and lemon zest. Tastes like a July morning.

24 hrs Beginner

Spring·Seasonal

Lemon Poppyseed Sourdough

Bright lemon and a flurry of poppyseeds. Spring in a slice.

24 hrs Beginner

Spring·Seasonal

Spring Herb Loaf

Chives, dill, parsley, and tarragon. Built for picnics.

24 hrs Beginner

Holiday·Seasonal

Hot Buttered Rum Loaf

Brown sugar, cinnamon, and a generous splash of dark rum.

20 hrs Beginner

Weekend Easy·Loaves

Saturday Morning Sourdough

Mix Friday night, bake Saturday morning. The weekend baker's friend.

12 hrs Beginner

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