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Pink Sourdough Bread

Pink Sourdough Bread

This unique sourdough bread features dragon fruit powder for a striking pink color and subtly sweet flavor, perfect for artisanal bread lovers seeking a vibrant twist.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Course baking, bread
Cuisine global
Servings 8 people
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 banneton
  • 1 Dutch oven
  • 1 sharp razor for scoring
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp dragon fruit powder
  • 4 cups bread flour 500 grams
  • 2 tsp salt 12 grams
  • 1 1/2 cups water 350 grams
  • 1/2 cup active sourdough starter 100 grams
  • Rice flour for dusting
  • Additional bread flour for kneading surface

Instructions
 

  • Feed your sourdough starter the night before to ensure it is active and bubbly.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the bread flour, salt, and dragon fruit powder.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the water and active sourdough starter.
  • Combine the wet ingredients with the dry and stir with a spatula until a rough, shaggy dough forms.
  • Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  • Perform a stretch and fold by pulling one side of the dough upwards about six inches and folding it over the main ball, then rotate the bowl a quarter turn and repeat until a tight ball forms.
  • Cover and let rest for 20-30 minutes.
  • Repeat two additional sets of stretch and folds, each spaced 20-30 minutes apart.
  • Cover the dough and allow it to bulk ferment at room temperature (72-74°F) for 5-7 hours until it grows by 50% and shows bubbles.
  • Turn the dough onto a floured surface, fold each side into the center, and then flip the dough over, gently spinning it clockwise with both hands to build surface tension.
  • Place the dough into a banneton and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Transfer the dough on parchment paper and dust the top with rice flour.
  • Score the dough with a sharp razor and place it in the Dutch oven.
  • Bake covered for 25 minutes, then remove the lid and bake an additional 22-25 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Cool bread for 1-2 hours before slicing.

Notes

  • Ensure your sourdough starter is active for best results.
  • Maintain the fermentation temperature between 72-74°F for optimal rise.
  • Use rice flour to prevent sticking when handling the dough.