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Sourdough Fermentation Simply Explained: What Happens in the Dough?
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Sourdough Fermentation Simply Explained: What Happens in the Dough?

Ever wondered what is actually going on inside your dough during those long hours of fermentation? Here is the full story, from wild yeast activity to acid production, no science degree required.

Team Sourdough Joe Β· January 30, 2026

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