Healthy Protein Sourdough
Healthy protein sourdough blends tangy flavor with extra protein for a fluffy loaf that tastes amazing fresh, toasted, or packed for busy days.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Kitchen Scale
- Bench Scraper
- Dutch Oven
- Proofing Basket
- Freezer
- Cooling Rack
- Tray
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups bread flour unbleached
- 1 cup cottage cheese blended
- 0.5 cup active sourdough starter fed
- 0.75 cup water lukewarm
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 cup whey protein powder plain
Instructions
- Mix flour, protein powder, cottage cheese, starter, water, and salt until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead gently until smooth and elastic. Let the dough rise until airy and slightly puffy.
- Shape carefully and place into a proofing basket. Score the top for better expansion.
- Bake in a preheated Dutch oven until the crust turns golden and the center stays fluffy.
- Cool completely before slicing for the best texture and neat slices.
Notes
Bake slightly less for a softer crust or longer for a crispier finish. Freeze sliced bread in airtight bags and thaw as needed. Handle shaped dough gently during assembly to keep air pockets intact. Add herbs, seeds, or cheese for flavor customization. Store covered at room temperature for three days or refrigerate longer.