1000g Sourdough at 75% Hydration
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Artisan baker quantities
A kilogram of flour at 75% hydration produces nearly 1.8kg of dough - a substantial amount of beautiful, open-crumb sourdough. This is the batch size and hydration that many artisan bakeries use scaled up. With 2-3 gorgeous loaves, you can keep one for the family and share the others with neighbors and friends.
Scale Your Batch
Choose how many loaves you want to bake:
Recipe Ingredients
Flour
900g
Water
650g
Starter
200g
Salt
20g
Note: This recipe uses 20% starter (at 100% hydration) and 2% salt based on total flour weight. Adjust these ratios based on your preference.
Hydration Guide
Target Hydration
75%
Dough Texture
Soft and tacky dough with potential for open crumb. Requires careful handling.
Handling Difficulty
Requires experienced handling techniques.
Baking Tips
Ice Water for Control
Large batches generate more heat during mixing. Use cold water (even ice water) to keep the dough temperature manageable. Target a final dough temperature of 76-78°F (24-26°C).
Long Cold Retard
Consider a 24-36 hour cold retard for large 75% batches. The extended time develops incredible flavor, and cold dough is much easier to score and bake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1000g at 75% hydration too ambitious?
It's challenging but achievable if you've successfully made 500g or 750g batches at this hydration. The techniques are the same, just with more dough to manage. Take your time, work confidently, and trust the process.
How do I prevent over-proofing with multiple loaves?
Stagger everything. Shape loaves 30-45 minutes apart so they reach optimal proof at different times. Keep shaped loaves in the fridge until ready to bake. A cold loaf waiting is better than an over-proofed one.
What flour brand works best for large high-hydration batches?
Look for bread flour with 12-13% protein. King Arthur Bread Flour, Central Milling Organic, or similar high-quality bread flours handle the hydration well. Avoid all-purpose flour for batches this large at this hydration.
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