55. Seven Things I've Learned about Baking Sourdough Bread in Bulk
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In this episode, I’m sharing everything I've learned about art of bulk baking. This episode is packed with tips to streamline your process, avoid common pitfalls, and embrace the learning curve.
I share my personal starter routine, how I scale recipes efficiently, tips for proofing dough in bulk, and why investing in the right tools—like bins, dedicated fridges, and mixers—can be game-changing. You’ll also hear about techniques for mixing dough, managing inclusions, and open baking versus alternatives like Dutch ovens or loaf pans.
Bulk baking can feel overwhelming, but with practice, patience, and a few tools and techniques, you’ll soon find your rhythm.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- My starter routine and how to scale it for big bake days.
- Why bins are a baker’s best friend for mixing dough.
- Tips for scaling recipes and proofing dough in bulk.
- How refrigeration and baking techniques impact bulk production.
Links to things we talked about:
Join The Bread Winner Inner Circle: https://stan.store/Carolinebower_sourdough/p/innercircle-f1vcaxb6
Grab my Recipe Calculator Spreadsheet: https://carolinebower.thrivecart.com/pricingcalculator
Find links to all of my favorite everyday products, including dough bins and starter containers: carolinebower.com/links
Download the FREE Guide and Checklist, Your First Steps to a Successful In-Home Bakery at https://www.carolinebower.com/checklist to begin building YOUR thriving microbakery!
Caroline Bower Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinebower_sourdough
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