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Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread Recipe

Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread Recipe

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This Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread recipe combines the tangy flavor of sourdough with the fresh taste of lemon and juicy blueberries. The result is a delicious and unique bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

Ingredients

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For the Bread:

  • 330 grams water (1⅓ cups)
  • 20 grams lemon juice (1½ Tablespoons)
  • 50 grams sourdough starter (¼ cup)
  • 500 grams bread flour (3½ cups)
  • 10 grams salt (1½ teaspoons)
  • 50 grams sugar (¼ cup)
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 200 grams blueberries (1¼ cup)

Instructions

  1. Add water and lemon juice to a large bowl. Combine 330 grams water and 20 grams lemon juice.
  2. Add sourdough starter and mix it up in the water. Incorporate 50 grams sourdough starter.
  3. Rub the lemon zest and sugar together. Combine 1 Tablespoon lemon zest and 50 grams sugar in a separate bowl.
  4. Add flour, salt, sugar, and lemon zest to the dough. Mix in 500 grams bread flour, 10 grams salt, and the lemon zest-sugar mixture until well combined.
  5. Perform a set of stretch and folds after 30 minutes. Cover and let rest.
  6. Add blueberries and perform another set of stretch and fold. Cover and let dough sit at room temperature.
  7. Shape the dough after it has risen. Follow the shaping instructions and let the dough rest in a banneton basket or floured bowl.
  8. Chill the dough in the fridge. Allow it to rest for 8+ hours.
  9. Preheat dutch oven in the oven. Prepare for baking.
  10. Score the bread and bake with the lid on. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  11. Cool the bread on a rack. Wait at least 2 hours before slicing and enjoying.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of lemon zest and sugar to suit your taste preferences.
  • Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly for the best results.
  • Feel free to experiment with different fruits or additions in the bread.

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Keywords: Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread, Sourdough Bread Recipe, Homemade Bread, Fruit Bread Recipe