Festive Christmas Tree Sourdough (Print-Friendly Version)
A charming sourdough shaped like a Christmas tree with a crisp crust and tender crumb.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Main Ingredients
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500 g bread flour
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350 ml water
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100 g active sourdough starter
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10 g salt
# Detailed Directions:
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Mix the bread flour and water thoroughly in a large bowl until fully integrated.
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Add the active sourdough starter and salt to the mixture, knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
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Allow the dough to rise for 4 hours at room temperature, performing gentle folds every hour to develop gluten.
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Transfer the dough onto a baking tray and carefully shape it into a Christmas tree form.
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Use a sharp knife to score the dough to mimic tree branches, creating decorative slits.
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Let the shaped dough proof for 2 hours to achieve proper rise before baking.
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Preheat the oven to 220°C and bake the dough for 30 minutes until the crust is golden and crisp.
# Helpful Advice:
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For a crispier crust, place ice cubes in the oven during baking. Ensure the sourdough starter is active for optimal rise. Baking time may vary depending on the oven.