Honey Sourdough Bread Recipe

Sweetened with honey instead of granulated sugar, this Honey Sourdough Bread is soft and delicious.

Ingredients

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Feed a sourdough starter 4-12 hours before starting the bread, ensuring it is active and bubbly.

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Mix your starter, honey, and water in a large bowl.

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Add in flour and salt and mix with your hands to form a shaggy dough.

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Cover the dough with a damp towel or beeswax wrap and allow to autolyse for 30 minutes.

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To develop the gluten and obtain a nice rise, you will want to do 6 rounds of stretching and folding.

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