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Homemade sourdough plum bread slices with jam swirls on wooden board

Sourdough Plum Bread

A classic sourdough loaf with a fruity twist.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Additional Time 12 hours
Course: bread

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g active sourdough starter
  • 500 g bread flour
  • 350 g water room temperature
  • 12 g salt
  • 1/2 can plum jam

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour and water until no dry spots remain. Cover and let rest for 1 hour (autolyse)
  2. Add the sourdough starter and salt and mix well until incorporated
  3. Cover and bulk ferment at room temperature for 4–6 hours, performing stretch and folds every 30 minutes during the first 2 hours
  4. Once the dough has risen and feels airy, transfer it to a lightly floured surface
  5. Gently stretch the dough out for lamination. Brush an even layer of plum jam over the surface, then fold the dough back together
  6. Shape into a round loaf and place in a floured proofing basket. Cover and refrigerate overnight
  7. Preheat the oven with a Dutch oven inside to 250°C (480°F)
  8. Score the dough, transfer it into the hot Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 20 minutes
  9. Remove the lid and bake for another 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crisp
  10. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing