Why Is My Sourdough Not Rising? 5 Common Causes (and Fixes)
A flat, dense loaf is discouraging after all that folding and waiting. Here are the most common reasons sourdough fails to rise, and exactly how to fix each one.
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Overproofed vs. Underproofed Sourdough: How to Tell the Difference
Guessing whether a loaf is overproofed or underproofed leads to inconsistent bakes. The poke test is the fastest, most reliable way to tell the two apart before the oven even turns on.
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Why Did My Sourdough Deflate After Scoring?
Watching a beautifully proofed loaf collapse the moment the blade touches it is one of the more heartbreaking sourdough moments. Here’s why overproofed dough does this, and how to catch it earlier.
