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Cinnamon Raisin Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread

Servings 1 loaf

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup active bubbly sourdough starter
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1/2 Tbsp Himalayan pink salt

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, add sourdough starter, water, raisins, cinnamon, sugar, whole wheat flour, and bread flour. Mix to form a shaggy dough. Cover and set aside for 30 min.
  • Sprinkle salt over and pinch to incorporate. Stretch and fold each quarter to create a ball and flip upside down. Let rest for 30 min.
  • Perform a series of stretches and folds (with a wet hand to prevent sticking) every 30 minutes for 2.5 hours for a total of 5 times. Flipping upside down after each time. You should notice the dough beginning to rise and air pockets forming.
  • Pour out onto a lightly floured surface and form a tight ball by tucking and twisting the sides.
  • Flour the surface of the dough and the banneton (or small bowl if using) and place dough upside down inside.
  • Cover and let rest at room temperature for 1-2 hours if time allows. Then, place in the fridge overnight for the long ferment.
  • Side note: If your dough is not rising and air pockets are not forming, you may need to let it sit at room temperature for a few hours before baking. Gently press your finger down on the dough. If it springs back, it's ready to bake.
  • Preheat your oven to 450°F with your empty Dutch oven inside. Place a baking sheet on the rack below. This helps prevent the bottom of your loaf from getting too dark.
  • Flip dough out onto a lightly floured piece of parchment paper. Add more flour to the top if you would like. It is not necessary but helps the design stand out better.Using a scoring blade or sharp knife create a design.
  • Gently place bread with parchment into the preheated Dutch oven. Cover with lid and bake for 30 min. Remove cover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes. This bread browns faster than the plain Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread. Cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing. Enjoy!