Sourdough FAQ

Got sourdough questions? You'll find the answers here in the sourdough FAQ archives! Browse here for helpful answers to popular questions about making sourdough recipes. Learn about making and troubleshooting a starter, and my article on the best equipment to use. Two of the most popular sourdough FAQs are "Why is my sourdough so wet and sticky?" and "How long does sourdough discard last in the fridge?".

Several slices of sourdough bread arranged in a cluster formation on a gray background.

Differences between a levain and a sourdough starter

Differences Between A Levain And A Sourdough Starter

Wooden chopping board with a blue rimmed bowl sitting on top. The bowl is filled with flour and water and being stirred with a wooden spoon.

Is Sourdough Time Consuming? The Truth About Sourdough Bread!

Adding Milk to Sourdough Bread

Using Milk In Sourdough Bread: What Effect Does It Have?

Dry hands from mixing bread dough and sourdough

Dry Hands from Kneading Bread? Here's How To Fix It!

Is it better to make sourdough starter or buy one?

Is It Better To Make A Sourdough Starter or Buy One?

Best time to use sourdough starter

Best Time To Use Sourdough Starter

Where does the yeast in sourdough starter come from?

Where Does The Yeast In Sourdough Starter Come From?

STAND MIXER FOR SOURDOUGH BREADDOUGH B

How To Use A Stand Mixer For Sourdough Bread

Are sourdough discard recipes really healthy?

Are Sourdough Discard Recipes Healthy?

Can you use a brita water filter jug for sourdough bread?

What Water To Use For Sourdough Starter?

how to add coffee to sourdough bread

How To Add Coffee To Sourdough Bread

How to add tea to sourdough bread

How To Use Tea in Sourdough Bread

pane di casa vs sourdough bread - this sourdough pane di casa bread is a great everyday bread for breakfast or a quick dinner.

Pane Di Casa vs Sourdough: What's The Difference?

Toaster Oven Sourdough - crumb shot of loaf of sourdough being held up against white wall.

Toaster Oven Sourdough

ADDING OLIVE OIL TO SOURDOUGH BREAD

Adding Olive Oil To Sourdough Bread

Sourdough float test - hand holding a glass of water with a spoonful of sourdough starter floating on top of the water

Sourdough Float Test: Is It Really Necessary?

Can you add honey to sourdough bread?

Can You Put Honey In Sourdough Bread?

GIRL ADDING SUGAR TO SOURDOUGH BREAD BEING MIXED IN YELLOW BOWL

Adding Sugar to Sourdough Bread: Is It Necessary?

Sourdough Coil Fold vs Stretch and Fold: Which Technique is Better?

Sourdough Coil Fold vs Stretch and Fold: Which Technique is Better?

Best Bread Knife for Sourdough Bread - red handled Mercer Bread Knife sitting next to a loaf of perfectly sliced sourdough bread.

Best Bread Knife for Sourdough [2024 review - real photos]

Top 10 Tips for Better Sourdough