Sourdough Loaf | 50/50 Sourdough (Our Signature Bake)

50 / 50 White & Wholemeal Sourdough 
This is our household favourite bake and has been our top reviewed bake so far! 

Our 50 / 50  sourdough is the heart of Forest Stroll Bakes, simple, honest, and slowly made. Crafted using just flour, water, salt, and our well-loved sourdough starter, Bramble, each loaf is naturally fermented over time to develop a deep, gentle flavour and a beautifully open crumb. The crust is golden and crisp, giving way to a soft, airy centre with that signature sourdough tang. Baked fresh in small batches, this is bread as it should be; unhurried, nourishing, and made with care.

Perfect for thick slices of buttered toast, hearty sandwiches, or simply torn and shared.

Allergen information: Ingredients: WHEAT Flour (White Flour), WHEAT Flour (Wholemeal Flour), Water, Sourdough Starter (WHEAT Flour, Water), Salt.

Contains: WHEAT (GLUTEN)

Sourdough is a living bread, made slowly and without preservatives which means it naturally changes over time. If your loaf has become a little firm or lost its softness, it can often be gently revived.

To refresh your loaf

1. Wet the crust
   Run your loaf quickly under cold water. You don’t want to soak it, just a coating of water.

2. Warm in the oven
   Place directly onto the oven rack and bake at 180°C (160°C fan) for 5–10 minutes.

3. Allow to rest briefly
   Let the loaf sit for a few minutes after removing from the oven. The crust will crisp, and the inside will soften once more.
   

If you forgot about your loaf and your bread is more firm

If your loaf has gone past its best for slicing, it still has so much to offer:

• Tear into chunks for rustic croutons

• Slice and bake into breadcrumbs or stuffing

• Toast for a deeper, richer flavour

• Use for French toast or bread pudding
  
  Because our bread is made without additives, it’s best enjoyed within a few days but like all good things, it can be revived, repurposed, and appreciated in many forms.