Pumpkin Sourdough Bread
A cozy and delicious blend of tangy sourdough and sweet pumpkin, perfect for fall. Enjoy warm with butter and cinnamon!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup water
- 2.5 cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Get the Starter Ready: Make sure your active sourdough starter is bubbly and vibrant.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, pumpkin puree, and water. Stir until well combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Add bread flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Incorporate until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead It Out: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 4-6 hours.
- Shape the Loaf: Gently deflate the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a proofing basket or on a baking sheet.
- Final Rise: Let the dough proof for another 30-45 minutes as you preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Score and Bake: Slash the loaf’s top and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden-brown and sounds hollow.
- Cool and Slice: Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
This bread can be enjoyed warm with butter or cream cheese, and can be made into bread pudding for a delicious dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pumpkin, sourdough, bread, fall baking, cozy recipes