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Colorful slice of Funfetti Sourdough Bread with sprinkles

Funfetti Sourdough Bread

This Funfetti Sourdough Bread combines classic sourdough structure with a cake-like sweetness, making it perfect for brunches and celebrations.
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Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Levain
  • 45 g sourdough starter, ripe and bubbly (100% hydration)
  • 45 g water For levain
  • 45 g bread flour For levain
  • 120 g levain From the ingredients above
For the Dough
  • 340 g water For dough
  • 50 g granulated sugar Can reduce by 10–15 g for less sweetness
  • 4 g vanilla extract
  • 2 g almond extract Can skip or replace for nut-free option
  • 10 g salt
  • 500 g bread flour
  • 70 g "Jimmy" sprinkles Use stable waxy sprinkles for best results

Method
 

Mix Levain
  1. Combine 45 g ripe starter, 45 g water, and 45 g bread flour.
  2. Keep at 78–80°F (25–27°C) for 3–4 hours until it doubles and peaks.
Mix Dough
  1. Whisk the 120 g levain with 340 g water, 50 g sugar, 4 g vanilla, and 2 g almond extract.
  2. Add 10 g salt and 500 g bread flour, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
Stretch-and-Folds
  1. Perform four sets of stretch-and-folds every 30 minutes over 1.5 hours.
  2. During the second set, sprinkle in 70 g sprinkles and fold gently to distribute.
Bulk Fermentation
  1. Let dough rise at 78°F for 2–2.5 hours until puffed ~40% with visible bubbles.
Pre-shape & Bench Rest
  1. Gently tip dough onto the counter and shape into a loose ball.
  2. Rest uncovered for 30 minutes.
Final Shape
  1. Flour the top, flip, and fold edges toward the center to build surface tension.
  2. Place seam-side up in a well-floured banneton or lined bowl.
Cold Proof
  1. Cover and refrigerate for 14–20 hours.
Bake
  1. Preheat a Dutch oven at 450°F for 30 minutes.
  2. Score the cold dough and place it in the pot.
  3. Lower oven to 425°F and bake covered for 30 minutes.
Finish
  1. Remove lid, lower oven to 400°F, and bake for 15–20 minutes until internal temp reaches 205–210°F.
  2. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For best results, use stable waxy sprinkles and a kitchen scale for accurate measurements. Store at room temperature wrapped in a towel.