Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of Pumpkin Sourdough Bread, a seasonal delight that’s sure to impress. This unique recipe combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with warm spices, creating a loaf that is both aromatic and visually appealing, shaped like a pumpkin for added fun. Perfect for fall gatherings or as a comforting snack, this bread boasts a soft, crusty texture thanks to its sourdough base. Whether you enjoy it fresh from the oven or toasted with butter, this recipe will fill your home with delightful scents and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 50 g mature sourdough starter
- 50 g flour
- 50 g tepid water
- 100 g active sourdough starter
- 300 g water
- 100 g canned pumpkin purée
- 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp pumpkin spice
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 12 g sea salt
- 500 g white bread flour
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp olive or vegetable oil
- rice flour or gluten-free flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the starter by mixing mature starter, flour, and tepid water in a bowl. Let it sit for about 8 hours.
- In a large bowl, combine active starter with water, pumpkin purée, honey/maple syrup, pumpkin spice, and salt. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour until a cohesive dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl to rise for about 4 hours until doubled in size.
- Shape into a round loaf resembling a pumpkin and let rise for another hour.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Score the top of the loaf and bake for about 45 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg