Funfetti Sourdough Bread
This Funfetti Sourdough Bread is the ultimate celebration loaf! It combines the classic tang of sourdough with the nostalgic, sweet aroma of vanilla and almond extracts, all studded with vibrant rainbow sprinkles.
Ingredients
45 grams sourdough starter, ripe and active
45 grams water
45 grams all-purpose or bread flour
120 grams levain (prepared above)
340 grams water
50 grams granulated sugar
4 grams vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
2 grams almond extract
10 grams salt
500 grams bread flour
70 grams jimmy sprinkles
Instructions
1. Prepare the levain by mixing starter, water, and flour. Let peak for 3-4 hours.
2. In a large bowl, mix levain, water, sugar, extracts, salt, and bread flour until a sticky dough forms. Rest 30 minutes.
3. Perform the first stretch and fold. Wait 30 minutes.
4. Add jimmy sprinkles and perform the second stretch and fold. Repeat folds two more times at 30-minute intervals.
5. Let the dough bulk ferment for 2-2.5 hours at 78°F until puffed and bubbly.
6. Pre-shape into a round on a clean counter. Let rest for 30 minutes.
7. Final shape the dough and place into a floured banneton or lined bowl.
8. Cold proof in the fridge for 14-20 hours.
9. Preheat Dutch oven to 450°F. Score the dough and bake covered at 425°F for 30 minutes.
10. Remove lid, lower to 400°F, and bake for 15-20 minutes until internal temp reaches 205-210°F.
Notes
Use waxy jimmy sprinkles to prevent color bleeding.
Place a sheet pan on the rack below your Dutch oven to prevent the bottom of the sugary crust from burning.
Cool completely before slicing to ensure the crumb sets properly.
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