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Spooky scored sourdough loaf with jack‑o‑lantern and spiderweb cuts on a floured board, moody fall lighting

Spooky Scored Sourdough

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A fun and delicious sourdough bread that’s perfect for Halloween, featuring spooky designs that add a festive touch to your kitchen table.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup active sourdough starter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • Rice flour (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Mix the dough ingredients together in a bowl until combined.
  2. Cover and let it bulk rise overnight.
  3. Shape the dough and refrigerate it for a second rise.
  4. Preheat the oven with your baking pot inside.
  5. Score the dough with a sharp blade in a spooky design.
  6. Bake the bread in the preheated oven.
  7. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Don’t worry about perfection; have fun with the designs. Dust cuts with cocoa or black sesame for extra drama.

  • Author: Caleb Finch
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free