{"id":235602,"date":"2025-05-11T00:53:04","date_gmt":"2025-05-11T00:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/bread\/want-to-substitute-sourdough-starter-for-yeast-heres-how\/"},"modified":"2025-05-11T00:53:04","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T00:53:04","slug":"want-to-substitute-sourdough-starter-for-yeast-heres-how","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=235602","title":{"rendered":"Want to Substitute Sourdough Starter for Yeast? Here&#8217;s How!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>When completely altering your bread choices and choosing sourdough bread, this would mean that you would have to stick to natural sourdough starter, and completely eliminate commercial yeast. But have you ever wondered whether you can sneak a few spoonful\u2019s of yeast into your starter? The answer to substituting sourdough starter for yeast is, yes absolutely, and here\u2019s how!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"634\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/gluten-free-bread-loaf-thanks-for-visiting-donations-help-motivate-me-to-keep-uploading-more-s-even-a-buck-or-two-helps-httpswwwbuymeacoffeecomuniqueton-found-my-photos-useful-feel-free-to-contact-me-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-634x720.jpg\" alt=\"Substitute sourdough starter for yeast\" class=\"wp-image-2398\" title=\"Want To Substitute Sourdough Starter For Yeast? 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class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blog-images-2023-02-06T224251.362-768x432.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large\" alt=\"Want to substitute sourdough starter for yeast? Here\u2019s how!\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" style=\"width:100%;height:56.25%;max-width:1920px\" title=\"Want To Substitute Sourdough Starter For Yeast? Here'S How! 66\"\/>\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<ul>\n<li><span data-amount=\"500\" data-unit=\"gram\">500 grams<\/span> of strong white bread flour \u2013 use 450 grams for sourdough<\/li>\n<li><span data-amount=\"300\">300<\/span>ml warm water \u2013 use 250ml for sourdough<\/li>\n<li><span data-amount=\"7\" data-unit=\"gram\">7 gram<\/span> sachet fast action dried yeast \u2013 use 100 grams of sourdough starter in place of yeast<\/li>\n<li><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 teaspoon<\/span> salt<\/li>\n<li><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">1 tablespoon<\/span> honey<\/li>\n<li><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">2 tablespoons<\/span> olive oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS-->\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Combine all the ingredients together and knead for 10 minutes.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">Leave the dough in the bowl to rise for 2 hours \u2013 for sourdough bread, leave it to rise for 4 hours, waiting for it to double in size.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">Once proofed or doubled in size, shape the dough and place it into a greased loaf pan.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Leave the dough to rise for another hour \u2013 for sourdough leave it to rise for at least 2 hours.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Bake your bread.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-other-details\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.background-color\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"author\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">Author:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Natasha Krajnc<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use xlink:href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"\/><\/svg>Prep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">6 hrs 10 mins<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use xlink:href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"\/><\/svg>Category:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">bread<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-substitute-yeast-for-sourdough\">Why Substitute Yeast for Sourdough?<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019re probably wondering why anyone wouldn\u2019t want to keep their sourdough starter with its fresh yeast and substitute it for the likes of instant yeast. <\/p>\n<p>Well some of us <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/conditions-and-diseases\/celiac-disease#:~:text=Key%20points-,Celiac%20disease%20is%20a%20digestive%20problem%20that%20hurts%20your%20small,to%20hurt%20your%20small%20intestine.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">struggle to digest gluten<\/a>, unless it is in sourdough form. Or maybe you simply prefer to consume wheat in an easier to digest format, as opposed to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftybaking.com\/learn\/ingredients\/yeast\/commercial#:~:text=Commercial%2C%20also%20known%20as%20cultured,attributes%20of%20all%20living%20things.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">commercial yeast<\/a> version. <\/p>\n<p>Making a sourdough version of some of your favourite yeast recipes will bring forth a whole new world of complex flavours to the mix, turning ordinary recipes into delicious ones. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-substitute-sourdough-starter-for-yeast\">How to Substitute Sourdough Starter for Yeast<\/h2>\n<p>To convert a yeast based recipe to sourdough you should know that:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>100 grams of sourdough starter is almost equivalent to 5 to 7 grams of instant\/dried yeast.<\/li>\n<li>When conducting a conversion, you must decrease the amount of water or liquid and flour from your recipe that you have included from your starter. This is to ensure that the consistency remains the same. <\/li>\n<li>The fermentation time should double as opposed to the original recipe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"using-sourdough-starter-instead-of-yeast\">Using Sourdough Starter Instead of Yeast<\/h2>\n<p>When you\u2019re in possession of an active starter it can be used in many forms of baking, especially when you\u2019re feeling a little experimental. To convert yeasted recipes and quick breads to sourdough, the rules may vary. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Convert Yeast Dough Recipes to be Made With Sourdough Starter\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5a4RqHyI-kE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"yeasted-recipes\">Yeasted Recipes<\/h3>\n<p>Logically, if you\u2019re aware of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/sourdough-hydration\/\">hydration level of your sourdough starter<\/a><\/strong>, then adapting a yeast bread recipe should be a piece of cake<\/p>\n<p>You should consider the amount of yeast you wish to substitute. With the rising power of one packet of yeast being equivalent to one cup of sourdough starter, depending on how active it is. <\/p>\n<p>Knowing this, you can estimate a substitution of one cup of sourdough starter for one packet of commercial yeast. Then proceed to lower the flour and water according to the hydration levels, ensuring that you measure it again by weight. <\/p>\n<p>Once you have your sourdough mixed together and completed the flour and water adaptations, you must also adjust the rising time for sourdough. Essentially you\u2019ll need a 4 hour rise time instead of the instant yeast rise time which is normally around 2 hours. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quick-breads\">Quick Breads <\/h3>\n<p>Quick bread recipes are more of a challenge, because most of them were created with the hopes of a quick leavening of baking soda or baking powder in future bakes. <\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s break this down for better understanding. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theculinarypro.com\/quick-breads#:~:text=While%20yeast%20breads%20require%20time,a%20short%20amount%20to%20time.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Baking soda is used in baking quick breads<\/a>. It is an alkaline substance that reacts with the acidic elements in a recipe (i.e. buttermilk, or vinegar) to produce gases that create a rise in pancakes or biscuits. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruceeats.com\/what-is-baking-powder-1328636#:~:text=Baking%20powder%20consists%20of%20an,the%20powder's%20potency%20during%20storage.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Baking powder contains both acid and alkaline components<\/a>, which is how you can make pancakes or biscuits with milk non acidic. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-540x720.jpg\" alt=\"Want to substitute sourdough starter for yeast?\" class=\"wp-image-2399\" title=\"Want To Substitute Sourdough Starter For Yeast? Here'S How! 67\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-540x720.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-315x420.jpg 315w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-630x840.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-1568x2091.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled-285x380.jpg 285w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/person-holding-clear-glass-jar-with-white-powder-stockpack-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-convert-any-recipe-to-sourdough\">How to Convert Any Recipe to Sourdough<\/h2>\n<p>For the following conversions we will aim to extract the entire benefit of sourdough, as well as the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/how-to-make-sourdough-more-sour\/\">sour flavor<\/a><\/strong>. There are several factors to consider when converting yeasted recipes to sourdough, and it relies on the type of recipe you wish to convert. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"converting-yeast-based-recipes-to-sourdough\">Converting Yeast Based Recipes to Sourdough<\/h3>\n<p>Bread recipes that require yeast can be easily converted, once you implement the basic rules before making the conversion. You should consider:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The amount of yeast in your recipe<\/li>\n<li>The amount of time required to rise<\/li>\n<li>The amount of water and flour in your recipe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-sourdough-starter-equivalent-to-yeast\">What is the Sourdough Starter Equivalent to Yeast?<\/h4>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Sourdough Starter <\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Instant\/Dried Yeast<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Fresh Yeast<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>100 grams<\/td>\n<td>5 to 7 grams<\/td>\n<td>12 to 15 grams<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Judging from the table above, you can infer that using 100 grams of sourdough starter would be equivalent to 5 to 7 grams of dried\/instant yeast, or 12 to 15 grams of fresh yeast. Most recipes that call for one loaf of bread would require that much yeast. <\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-long-should-you-leave-sourdough-to-rise\">How Long Should You Leave Sourdough to Rise<\/h4>\n<p>Your sourdough recipe should rise at least double the yeast recipe time, and this is vital for the first rise and second rise. <\/p>\n<p>For instance, if your bread recipe calls for a 2 hour bread rising or proofing time with a 1 hour second rise, then you should ensure that your sourdough bread rises for at least 4 hours, with a 2 hour second rise. <\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a comparison to help you:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Rise<\/strong> <\/td>\n<td><strong>Yeast Bread<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Sourdough Bread <\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1st Rise<\/td>\n<td>2 hours <\/td>\n<td>4+ hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2nd Rise<\/td>\n<td>1 hour<\/td>\n<td>2+ hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"difference-in-rising-time\">Difference in Rising Time <\/h4>\n<p>The amount of time you allow your bread to rise will obviously rely on the temperature of the surrounding environment. This is for both yeast bread as well as sourdough. <\/p>\n<p>For instance, a yeast recipe <em>can <\/em>rise in half an hour, however a sourdough recipe may require a couple of hours. <\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"adjusting-flour-and-water\">Adjusting Flour and Water <\/h4>\n<p>An essential element to keep in mind when it comes to recipe conversion, is the additional ingredients from your sourdough starter. Dried or fresh yeast doesn\u2019t contribute to texture or consistency, however the sourdough starter will, as it is made up of flour and water. <\/p>\n<p>The adjustments will rely on the hydration level of your starter. If your starter remains at 100% hydration (feeding equal amounts of flour and water) then you\u2019ll have to remove the same amount of liquid and flour from your original recipe due to the excess from your starter. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td\/>\n<td>100 grams Sourdough Starter Requires<\/td>\n<td>Recipe Adjustment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Water<\/td>\n<td>50 grams<\/td>\n<td>Use 50 grams less<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Flour<\/td>\n<td>50 grams<\/td>\n<td>Use 50 grams less<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-480x720.jpg\" alt=\"Baking with yeast vs starter\" class=\"wp-image-2400\" title=\"Want To Substitute Sourdough Starter For Yeast? Here'S How! 68\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-480x720.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-560x840.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-1568x2352.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled-253x380.jpg 253w, https:\/\/www.mydailysourdoughbread.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-3-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homemade-bread-converted-to-sourdough\">Homemade Bread Converted to Sourdough<\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at an example of a simple homemade bread recipe that requires yeast, with some changes to make a sourdough version.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"standard-homemade-yeast-bread-recipe\">Standard Homemade Yeast Bread Recipe <\/h3>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the actual ingredients for yeast bread followed by the substitutions needed to create this sourdough recipe. <\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients\">Ingredients <\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>500 grams of strong white bread flour \u2013 use 450 grams for sourdough <\/li>\n<li>300ml warm water \u2013 use 250ml for sourdough<\/li>\n<li>7 gram sachet fast action dried yeast \u2013 use 100 grams of sourdough starter in place of yeast<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon honey<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"instructions\">Instructions<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Combine all the ingredients together and knead for 10 minutes. <\/li>\n<li>Leave the dough in the bowl to rise for 2 hours \u2013 for sourdough bread, leave it to rise for 4 hours, waiting for it to double in size.<\/li>\n<li>Once proofed or doubled in size, shape the dough and place it into a greased loaf pan. <\/li>\n<li>Leave the dough to rise for another hour \u2013 for sourdough leave it to rise for at least 2 hours. <\/li>\n<li>Bake your bread.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"converting-recipes-that-dont-contain-yeast\">Converting Recipes that Don\u2019t Contain Yeast<\/h2>\n<p>Fortunately there are other varieties of recipes that can be converted to sourdough. Here are a common few:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"converting-quick-bread-recipe\">Converting Quick Bread Recipe<\/h3>\n<p>These are quite often converted into sourdough versions, bringing forth extra flavor and fluffiness. However, these recipes do not require yeast, instead they make use of baking soda or baking powder to initiate a rise. <\/p>\n<p>There are 3 easy steps to follow for any quick bread recipe:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Replace parts of flour and water with sourdough starter<\/li>\n<li>Add baking powder or baking soda at the final step before baking<\/li>\n<li>Leave the dough to ferment for 4 hours minimum <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Adding baking powder or baking soda right at the end, will ensure that you achieve the maximum rise when baking quick breads. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-you-convert-cakes-to-sourdough\">Can You Convert Cakes to Sourdough?<\/h2>\n<p>Since there\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/bakestarters.com\/blogs\/tbbt\/how-to-reduce-sugar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">so much sugar in cakes<\/a>, sourdough starter doesn\u2019t work well when it comes to fermenting flour in a cake mixture. On the other hand, its a great way to add exciting, unique flavors to your cakes, and a great way to make use of any sourdough discard you may have. <\/p>\n<p>Add some sourdough starter into your cake mixture, and you\u2019ll taste the difference when you\u2019ve baked your cake. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sourdough NOT Just for Bread | Making Sourdough Cake\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aejc15bEoDM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"substitute-sourdough-starter-for-yeast-things-to-consider-when-converting\">Substitute Sourdough Starter for Yeast \u2013 Things to Consider When Converting<\/h2>\n<p>When planning to convert recipes to sourdough, here are some things to consider:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-much-sugar-does-the-recipe-contain\">How Much Sugar Does the Recipe Contain?<\/h3>\n<p>Sourdough isn\u2019t great when there is an excess amount of sugar present in the recipe. You should refrain from using more than 10% of sugar in your sourdough bake. Using more than 10% will prevent the wild bacteria and yeast from fermenting the wheat and instead ferment too rapidly, jeopardizing the texture and structure of your bread recipe. <\/p>\n<p>If the recipe you wish to convert involves more than 10% of sugar like cakes for example, you can add sourdough starter into the mix for extra flavor, but not for the hopeful benefits of slow fermentation. Though the conversion method is an excellent way to make use of sourdough discard.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-not-degas-sourdough\">Do Not De-Gas Sourdough<\/h3>\n<p>Many breads recipes that use commercial yeast, instruct bakers to knock or <a href=\"https:\/\/kneadrisebake.com\/why-do-we-knock-down-or-degas-dough\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">de gas the dough<\/a>. This should be avoided for a dough that has risen through slow fermentation. Sourdough is much too delicate to be knocked about or de-gassed, and should be handled gently. <\/p>\n<p>So make sure you skip this step!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sourdough-starter-instead-of-yeast-final-thoughts\">Sourdough Starter Instead of Yeast \u2013 Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Substituting sourdough starter for commercial yeast is a great way to make use of any leftover sourdough starter, especially if you\u2019re looking to make some use of that incredibly unique sour flavor. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"substitute-sourdough-starter-for-yeast-faqs\">Substitute Sourdough Starter for Yeast FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-637e1559abc95\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is Sourdough Starter the Same as Yeast?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>There isn\u2019t much difference between natural yeast and sourdough starter. Where sourdough starter is made of naturally occurring yeast and lactic acid bacteria, these naturally occurring yeasts are what leavens the sourdough bread. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-637e1559abc98\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How Much Starter Equals a Yeast Packet?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>100 grams of sourdough starter is equivalent to 5 to 7 grams of instant or dried yeast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-637e1559abc9a\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can You Use Sourdough Starter for Other Breads?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>You can use sourdough starter to make crumpets, crackers, pancakes, sourdough pizza, pancakes, scones, hot cross buns and more. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-637e1559abc9b\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What Can I Substitute for Sourdough Starter?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<p>You can substitute kombucha for sourdough starter, since it also contains yeast bacteria, it can be utilised to start a sourdough starter or ferment your grains. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When completely altering your bread choices and choosing sourdough bread, this would mean that you would have to stick to natural sourdough starter, and completely eliminate commercial yeast. 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