Recipes & Guides
Step-by-step sourdough recipes, starter guides, and the baking science behind every loaf.
Scoring Sourdough Like You Mean It: Patterns, Blades, and the Science Behind the Slash
Scoring isn't just decoration. The way you cut your dough controls how it expands in the oven, affects the crust, and determines whether you get that coveted ear. Here's everything you need to know.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 28, 2026
Sourdough Pita Bread: Puffy Pockets Every Time
Homemade sourdough pita that actually puffs into perfect pockets. The secret is screaming hot heat and a dough that is easier than you think.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 26, 2026
Troubleshooting Gummy Sourdough Bread
Your sourdough looks perfect on the outside but the crumb is gummy, sticky, or doughy inside? Here are the most likely causes and fixes.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 2, 2026
Baking Sourdough in a Regular Oven (No Fancy Equipment)
No Dutch oven? No baking stone? No problem. Here is how to bake excellent sourdough with nothing more than a standard sheet pan and a regular home oven.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 17, 2026
Why Your Sourdough Crust Is Too Thick (and How to Fix It)
A thick, jaw-breaking crust ruins an otherwise perfect loaf. Here are the most common causes and exactly what to change in your process.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 12, 2026
Sourdough Brioche: Rich Bread Without the Guilt
Buttery, pillowy brioche made with sourdough starter instead of commercial yeast. The long fermentation adds depth and makes this indulgent bread easier on your stomach.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 3, 2026
Sourdough Bread with a Perfectly Crispy Crust: The Secret Is Steam
That shattering, crackly crust you see on bakery sourdough isn't magic. It's steam. Learn how to create professional-level crust in your home oven.
Team Sourdough Joe · November 15, 2025