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Baking sourdough bread at just the right temperature is essential to making sure the finished product is chewy on the inside and perfectly browned on the outside. However, it\u2019s also important to maintain a tight watch on the sourdough temp when it\u2019s still dough, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s best to bake sourdough bread in the oven between 410\u00b0F (210\u00b0C) and 455\u00b0F (235\u00b0C) depending on the recipe. The dough temperature is also important in sourdough making and should be around 78\u00b0F(25\u00b0C). <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It might seem silly to monitor dough temperature and the baking temperature, but that\u2019s the only way to get your sourdough bread to come out just right. To learn more about sourdough temp, keep reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sourdough Temp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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As mentioned, it\u2019s so very important to make sure your actual dough is at the right temp when making sourdough, in addition to the baking temperature. Below are some important things to keep in mind regarding the temperature of both sourdough dough and sourdough baking temperature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dough Temp: What to Know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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As the dough\u2019s temperature rises, the natural yeasts start to do their thing. This is how the natural fermentation process gets started and what sets sourdough apart from other breads. While other breads use quick yeast or even commercial yeast, sourdough relies on natural fermentation. This is how it gets the distinct sourdough flavor and texture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure your water isn\u2019t too hot or cold when you make your dough. Keeping the dough right around 78 degrees Fahrenheit is a must. When you take the bread\u2019s temperature, stick the thermometer in the center of the dough and make sure it doesn\u2019t touch the bowl itself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sourdough Baking Temp: What to Know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Ovens are often inaccurate, and even when it indicates that it is at 482 Fahrenheit, it is usually not as hot as it tells you. Or, it might not be that hot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every oven is just a little different. Most home ovens do not get as hot as displayed on the knob. You want to ensure that you have an accurate temperature reading to bake your bread because sourdough is so temperature-dependent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need to get a precise oven thermometer to gauge the temperature of your oven. Place it inside the range and preheat it to 455\u00b0F (235\u00b0C). Once it is preheated, pay attention to the temperature reading from the thermometer and compare it to the temperature setting on the oven. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the oven thermometer corresponds with the temperature, it is accurate. If the thermometer reads lower than the oven temperature, increase the temperature. Lower it if it is higher. It is that simple. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using a Dutch Oven to Monitor Sourdough Temp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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When you use a Dutch oven for baking sourdough bread, you can achieve the perfect temp. The thick cast iron helps keep the temp consistent while baking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Dutch oven is also the choice baking method for baking sourdough because it gives off the steam required to spread the dough. Steam provides moisture, and the dough rises without the caveat of producing a rigid, undesirable crust. Steam is the key component when baking sourdough bread. You want the bread to be rich, moist, and fluffy, not dry, hard, and tasteless. A Dutch oven is the perfect tool to accomplish the task. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the key characteristics that you can expect when baking sourdough in a Dutch oven:<\/p>\n\n\n\n