Sourdough Course

Nope! This is a beginner’s course designed for busy humans who don’t want to spend weeks deciphering sourdough lingo. If you can stir flour and water together, you can do this.

If you don’t know anyone with an established starter to share, we suggest ordering Fresh Starter from King Arthur Flour. You’ll follow the directions included on the package to revive it, then you’ll be ready to bake your first loaf in a few days. Another option is to use a dehydrated starter that is easily found online. We also provide directions on how to make your own starter if you'd like.

Only if you want to! I’ll teach you how to manage your starter so it fits into your schedule and you’re not taking time off work to feed your starter.

It happens to the best of us. Don’t panic! I’ll show you how to keep your starter happy and what to do if it needs a little TLC. And I’ll share a secret to making a sourdough starter insurance policy!

Not really. Two loaf pans or a Dutch oven with a lid, a digital kitchen scale, and common kitchen items like oven mitts and bowls are what’s required.

We’ll start with simple unbleached white flour (for consistency and confidence), then branch into white whole wheat and other whole grain flours so you can explore flavor, texture, and nutrition.

Some gluten-sensitive people can tolerate long-fermented sourdough. However, if you have celiac disease or are allergic to wheat, this course is not for you. Gluten-free support is not included in this course.

The hands-on time is typically just 25 minutes! Most of the magic happens while it ferments. We’ll share timelines to help you work sourdough into your schedule.