
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a crackling, mahogany-crusted loaf out of a screaming-hot Dutch oven, and this sourdough delivers exactly that. The ingredient list is beautifully stripped back β just starter, water, bread flour, whole wheat flour, and sea salt β so there is nothing hidden to worry about, no seed-based oils, no poppy or sesame sneaking in from a store-bought loaf. For anyone navigating seed avoidance, artisan bread can feel like a minefield at the bakery counter, but making it at home puts you in complete control of every gram that goes into the dough. The method walks you through autolyse, stretch-and-fold sets, and an overnight cold proof, building flavor and that open, chewy crumb without any shortcuts or additives. Scoring the cold dough and dropping it into a preheated Dutch oven creates a burst of steam that gives you that dramatic ear and glossy crust you see in bakery windows. The payoff β a loaf that sings when you tap the bottom and slices into a tender, tangy interior β is absolutely worth the patience.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter and 350 g of the lukewarm water until the starter is fully dissolved and the mixture looks milky and slightly foamy.
Add the bread flour and whole wheat flour to the bowl and mix with your hand or a stiff spatula until no dry flour remains and a shaggy dough forms. Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 30β45 minutes (autolyse).
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