Recipes & Guides
Step-by-step sourdough recipes, starter guides, and the baking science behind every loaf.
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
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 in Hot Weather: Summer Baking Tips
When your kitchen hits 85°F, sourdough goes into overdrive. Here is how to slow things down and still bake great bread when the temperature climbs.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 8, 2026
How to Convert Any Bread Recipe to Sourdough
That favorite bread recipe from your grandmother or a cookbook? You can convert it to sourdough. Here is the simple math and method to make it work every time.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 5, 2026
Rye vs. Wheat Starter: Which One Suits Your Bread?
Rye and wheat starters behave differently, taste differently, and excel at different things. Here’s how to choose — or why you might want both.
Team Sourdough Joe · December 31, 2025
Drying and Shipping Sourdough Starter: A Backup That Lasts Forever
Your sourdough starter is irreplaceable — until you dry it. Learn how to dehydrate, store, and ship your culture so it survives years on a shelf or a cross-country trip.
Team Sourdough Joe · December 31, 2025