Classic Sourdough Made Easy: 75% Hydration Loaf Step-by-Step Guide

New to sourdough? Start here! Learn how to make your sourdough starter with my easy guide:    • How to Make a Sourdough Starter from ...   Discover how to make a classic sourdough loaf with this easy, step-by-step guide! Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe focuses on creating a delicious 75% hydration sourdough bread with a soft, airy crumb and golden crust. From mixing and folding to shaping and baking, I’ll walk you through every stage of the sourdough process with clear, simple instructions. If you would like to support me, you can buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/myformosafood The Brod & Taylor Foldable Proofer & Slow Cooker is used in this video, You can find it here: https://brodandtaylor.com/MYFORMOSAFOOD Follow Me:   / myformosafood     / myformosafood   How to Prepare a Starter: I prefer a 1:4:4 ratio (starter: bread flour: water). Typically, I mix it in the evening and let it ferment overnight. By the next morning, it’s ready to use for baking. You can adjust the ratio to fit your schedule— lower ratios will ferment faster, while higher ratios will take longer to grow. Recipe:(This is 75% hydration) Water 210ml Active starter 70g Bread flour 240g Whole grain flour 60g Salt 6g Water 15ml Baking time Bake 250°C for 20 mins with steam Remove the steam and bake 230°C for another 15-20 mins For Dutch oven 250°C with lid bake for 20 mins 230°C without the lid bake for 15-20mins