How to Bake Sourdough in a Dutch Oven (How to Shape a Boule)

Learn how to shape a boule (round) and bake sourdough in a traditional Dutch oven.

If you’re just getting started and looking for a comprehensive step-by-step video for my Artisan Sourdough Bread recipe, please watch my How to Make Artisan Sourdough Bread video and use this video as a supplemental guide.

PRINTABLE FULL RECIPE + SAMPLE BAKING TIMELINE: https://www.abeautifulplate.com/artis...

CLICK TO PLAY VARIOUS STEPS:
0:21 - end of autolyse
0:46 - adding ripe levain to autolyse; first mix
1:25 - adding salt; final mix
1:54 - first stretch and fold set
3:08 - end of bulk fermentation period
3:20 - pre-shape
4:30 - final shape into boule (round)
5:48 - how to cut parchment handles and transfer dough into a preheated Dutch oven
6:22 - score dough with bread lame
6:36 - final baked artisan sourdough bread and slicing after cooling

FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM:   / abeautifulplate  

FEATURED PRODUCTS:

Staub 5.5 Quart Dutch Oven: https://bit.ly/3ddf6N6
Kitchen Scale: https://amzn.to/2VtW6DL
Instant Thermometer: https://bit.ly/2KkveiP
Bench Scraper: https://amzn.to/3eCKaXD
Rice Flour (for dusting): https://amzn.to/34V2Dug
Lined Banneton Baskets: https://bit.ly/2VF8WO0
Parchment Paper: https://rstyle.me/n/c8epmrb92ef
Wire Monkey Shop Bread Lame: https://bit.ly/3bsYoZ7
Serrated Bread Knife: https://amzn.to/2NhOspf

ADVANCED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT:

Brod & Taylor Proofing Box: https://bit.ly/2zhbPgx

-------

*Disclaimer: Product links may include affiliate links.