Ingredients
- Active Sourdough Starter: 100 grams
- Warm Water: 250 grams
- Bread Flour: 400 grams
- Whole Wheat Flour: 50 grams
- Maple Syrup: 50 grams
- Cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 10 grams
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the warm water and sourdough starter. Mix until the starter is mostly dissolved. Add the maple syrup and cinnamon, stir well.
- Step 2: Add the bread flour and whole wheat flour to the wet ingredients. Mix with your hands or a dough whisk until a shaggy dough forms. Cover and let rest (autolyse) for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: After the autolyse, add the salt to the dough. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. This can be done by hand or with a stand mixer.
- Step 4: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it bulk ferment for 4-6 hours, or until doubled in size. Perform stretch and folds every 30-60 minutes during the first 2-3 hours of bulk fermentation.
- Step 5: Gently shape the dough into a round or oblong loaf. Place it in a well-floured banneton basket, seam-side up. Cover and refrigerate overnight (8-12 hours).
- Step 6: Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven inside. Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven. Gently invert the dough into the Dutch oven. Score the top of the loaf. Cover and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is deep golden brown. Let cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Store cooled bread in a bread box or loosely wrapped in parchment paper at room temperature to maintain its crust while preventing it from drying out too quickly.
- To revive a day-old loaf, lightly mist it with water and reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes for a warm, crusty slice.
- Enjoy this maple cinnamon sourdough toasted with a smear of cream cheese and a drizzle of extra maple syrup for an extra decadent treat.
- For a richer flavor, try using a dark amber or Grade B maple syrup, as it will lend a more pronounced maple taste to the bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American