Faux Sourdough Recipe

Craving that sourdough taste without the long wait? This recipe delivers a delicious, tangy loaf in a fraction of the time! Achieve a wonderfully textured crust and soft, airy interior with this easy-to-follow recipe – perfect for beginners and busy weeknights.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 1303.3 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Faux Sourdough

  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 6 cups bread flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
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  • 2 1/4 cups warm water (105-115°F)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt

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How to Make Faux Sourdough

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water (105-115°F), yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add in the olive oil, salt, and half of the flour. Mix until just combined.
  3. Gradually add the remaining flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  7. Cover the loaf pan loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

53g

Fat

91g

Carbs

72g

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