Ingredients
Scale
- 45 grams sourdough starter, ripe and bubbly
- 45 grams water
- 45 grams bread flour
- 120 grams levain (prepared above)
- 340 grams water
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 4 grams vanilla extract
- 2 grams almond extract
- 10 grams salt
- 500 grams bread flour
- 70 grams jimmy sprinkles (traditional waxy type)
Instructions
- Mix Levain: Combine the sourdough starter, water, and flour. Allow to sit at 78-80°F for 3-4 hours until it doubles in size and peaks.
- Mix Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the levain, water, sugar, vanilla, and almond extract. Add salt and bread flour, mixing until a sticky dough forms. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
- Stretch and Folds: For the next 1.5 hours, perform 4 sets of stretch and folds every 30 minutes, adding sprinkles during the 2nd set. Ensure the dough feels smooth and elastic by the final set.
- Bulk Fermentation: Allow the dough to rise at 78°F for 2-2.5 hours until it has expanded by about 40% and visible bubbles form.
- Pre-shape & Bench Rest: Gently tip the dough onto a counter, shape it into a ball, and let it rest uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Final Shape: Flour the top, flip the dough over, and fold the edges toward the center to create tension. Place it into a floured banneton or lined bowl.
- Cold Proof: Cover and refrigerate for 14-20 hours to enhance flavor and ease of scoring.
- Bake: Preheat a Dutch oven to 450°F for 30 minutes. Score the cold dough, place it in the pot, and reduce the oven temperature to 425°F. Bake covered for 30 minutes.
- Finish: Remove the lid, lower the heat to 400°F, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 205-210°F. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Make sure your sourdough starter is active for the best rise.
Feel free to customize the sprinkles for different occasions.
This bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for a few days in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.