Recipes & Guides
Step-by-step sourdough recipes, starter guides, and the baking science behind every loaf.
Five Ways to Make Sourdough More Flavorful
If your sourdough bread tastes bland or one-dimensional, these five simple changes will unlock deeper, more complex flavors in every loaf.
Team Sourdough Joe · August 16, 2026
Sourdough Starter Won't Rise: Troubleshooting Guide
Your sourdough starter is flat and lifeless? Do not panic. Here are the most common reasons starters refuse to rise and exactly how to fix each one.
Team Sourdough Joe · August 11, 2026
Can You Make Sourdough in a Bread Machine?
Yes, you can use a bread machine for sourdough — but with some important caveats. Here is how to get the best results and where a bread machine falls short.
Team Sourdough Joe · August 9, 2026
How to Make Sourdough Bread Less Sour
Love sourdough but want a milder flavor? These simple adjustments to your process will give you a sweeter, less tangy loaf without sacrificing texture.
Team Sourdough Joe · July 31, 2026
Coil Fold vs Stretch and Fold: Which Technique When
Two popular dough-handling techniques, each with its strengths. Learn when to use coil folds versus stretch and folds for the best results.
Team Sourdough Joe · July 21, 2026
How to Make Sourdough Starter More Active
Is your starter sluggish, slow to rise, or barely doubling? Here are proven strategies to boost its activity and get it reliably peaking on schedule.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 30, 2026
How to Build a Sourdough Baking Schedule Around Your Work
Sourdough does not have to take over your life. Here are realistic schedules for full-time workers, shift workers, and weekend-only bakers.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 21, 2026
How Long Does Sourdough Bread Actually Last?
Sourdough lasts longer than regular bread, but how long exactly? Here is a realistic guide to shelf life, storage, and when to toss it.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 5, 2026
The Float Test: Does It Actually Work?
Every sourdough guide mentions the float test, but is it actually a reliable way to check if your starter is ready? Here is the honest truth.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 22, 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