Bread Baking Sourdough

sourdough bread- to make it softer?

I've got a lovely starter, and I've been making really simple dough (flour, water, a bit of additional yeast), but my loaves are coming out very... erm... crunchy.

I have a gas oven, and have been baking them in small loaves at about 425 for 35 minutes or so. They look beautiful, and sound hollow, but the crust is incredibly thick.

Suggestions?

I'd like to keep away from egg and dairy if possible.

Your problem is your bake time . A full size loaf is only 30 - 40 min. If you are making small loaves you need to cut the baking time in half .
Also if you wish to soften the inside as well to the texture of a cloud . Purchase some vital wheat gluten and begin adding a small portion of this to your dough when mixing .

Making sour dough bread Day3


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