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Bacon Cheddar Ranch Sourdough Bread

Bacon Cheddar Ranch Sourdough Bread: Your New Favorite Snack

This Bacon Cheddar Ranch Sourdough Bread is a savory artisan loaf perfect for meals or snacks.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Active Sourdough Starter Must be bubbly and well-fed.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Ranch Powder Consider using homemade mix.
  • 1.5 cups Room Temperature Water Essential for hydration.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Be mindful of added salt in ranch powder.
For the Add-Ins
  • 6 slices Crispy Bacon Cook until just crispy.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can replace with pepper jack for spice.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Banneton
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Starter: Feed your active sourdough starter using the 1:1:1 method. Let it sit for 4–6 hours until bubbly.
  2. Mix the Dough: Combine flour and ranch powder, then add starter and water. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. First Rest: Cover the dough and let it rest for 1 hour to hydrate and develop gluten.
  4. Stretch and Fold: Perform a series of stretch and folds, incorporating bacon and cheddar after the second fold.
  5. Proof the Dough: Let the dough proof for 4–5 hours until puffy and increased in size.
  6. Shape and Refrigerate: Shape the dough into a round loaf and refrigerate overnight.
  7. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 500°F (260°C) and heat Dutch oven inside for 1 hour.
  8. Bake the Bread: Score the dough, bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncovered for another 20 minutes.
  9. Cool the Loaf: Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 2–3 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

To maintain freshness, store wrapped in parchment at room temperature for up to 2 days. It can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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