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Blueberry Lemon Sourdough loaf with rustic crust and bright lemon zest topping

Blueberry Lemon Sourdough


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  • Author: Emily cook
  • Total Time: 6 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and flavorful sourdough bread infused with juicy blueberries and zesty lemon, perfect for homemade baking enthusiasts looking for a unique twist on classic sourdough.


Ingredients

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  • 45 grams sourdough starter ripe bubbly and active about 3 Tablespoons
  • 45 grams all-purpose or bread flour about 6 Tablespoons
  • 45 grams water about 3 Tablespoons
  • 120 grams levain ripe bubbly and active about ½ cup
  • 330 grams water 1 cup plus 3 Tablespoons
  • 55 grams granulated sugar about 1/4 cup
  • 12 grams lemon zest about 2 Tablespoons from 2 medium-sized lemons
  • 10 grams salt about 1.5 teaspoons
  • 500 grams bread flour about 3.5 cups
  • 150 grams fresh blueberries about 3/4 cup

Instructions

  1. Prepare the levain by mixing sourdough starter flour and water and let it peak at 78-80ºF for 3-4 hours.
  2. Combine levain water sugar and lemon zest.
  3. Add salt and bread flour and mix until combined.
  4. Fold in fresh blueberries gently.
  5. Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
  6. Shape the dough and place in a banneton.
  7. Proof the dough until risen.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 450ºF for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Make sure your blueberries are dry to prevent excess moisture
  • Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor
  • Adjust hydration based on flour absorption
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg