Step 6 of 8 · Artisan Sourdough Bread
Cold proof 10–16 hours
Cold proof 10–16 hours — step 6 of 8 in Artisan Sourdough Bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight. The dough should feel puffy but still hold a fingerprint that springs back slowly.
Free food & cooking tip: Cold proof 10–16 hours (step 6 of 8 from "Artisan Sourdough Bread").
Cover and refrigerate overnight. The dough should feel puffy but still hold a fingerprint that springs back slowly. If it is a flat pancake in the basket, it overproofed — bake it anyway and make a tighter shape next time.
You can bake same-day after a 2-hour room-temp proof, but overnight is more forgiving and tastes better.
You'll need
- Seam up in the basket
- Covered so it does not dry
- Fridge overnight
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