Recipes & Guides
Step-by-step sourdough recipes, starter guides, and the baking science behind every loaf.
Open Crumb vs Tight Crumb Explained
Open crumb gets all the Instagram love, but tight crumb has its own advantages. Here is what determines crumb structure and how to control it in your bakes.
Team Sourdough Joe · August 23, 2026
High-Altitude Sourdough Baking Adjustments
Baking above 3,000 feet? Your sourdough behaves differently up there. Here is a complete guide to adjusting every variable for altitude.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 12, 2026
The Science of Sourdough Fermentation: What Is Actually Happening in Your Dough
Understanding the biology and chemistry behind sourdough fermentation helps you make better decisions at every stage. Here is what wild yeast and bacteria are doing in your dough.
Team Sourdough Joe · March 24, 2026
Sourdough Too Sour? How to Control the Flavor
Your bread is coming out way too tangy and the family is making faces at the dinner table. Here’s the science behind sourness in sourdough and exactly how to dial it up or down.
Team Sourdough Joe · January 17, 2026