Sharing the Joy of Sourdough: A Beginner’s Guide

Sourdough is one of the greatest things you can share with others, and there's no better place to start than right here. In this beginner-friendly class, Jess will guide you through the basics of sourdough baking, using a relaxed, hands-on approach. Forget about complicated techniques—this class is all about learning by feel, trusting your instincts, and enjoying the process.

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What You'll Learn

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    Introduction to Sourdough

    Why Sourdough? The joy of baking and sharing something special

    Simple Science: How wild yeast and bacteria create sourdough magic

    Meet Rue: Jess’s own starter and why giving your starter a name is part of the fun

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    Caring for Your Starter: Rue Comes Home

    Taking Home Rue: How to care for your new sourdough starter

    Feeding and Maintaining Rue: A simple routine to keep her healthy and happy

    Troubleshooting: What to do if things don’t go as planned

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    Mixing & Kneading: Getting Hands-On

    Understanding Dough by Feel: What to look for in texture and hydration

    Basic Kneading Techniques: No need to overthink it—just get a feel for the dough

    Letting the Dough Rest: The importance of patience and timing

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    Fermentation & Proofing: Learning the Basics

    The Timing of Fermentation: Simple tips to know when your dough is ready

    Shaping Your First Loaf: Easy techniques for beginners

    Proofing: How to tell when your dough is ready for the oven

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    Taking Your Loaf Home

    Bringing Your Bowl: Prepare to take your dough home in your own bowl

    Baking at Home: Instructions on how to bake your sourdough at the right time

    Enjoying a Baked Loaf: Take home a fresh loaf baked by Jess

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    Tasting & Q&A

    Enjoy the Bread: Taste the loaf Jess baked for you

    Ask Away: Q&A session to address any lingering questions or concerns

What to Bring:

  • Your own bowl to take your dough home

  • An apron (optional, but recommended for the full baking experience)

  • A notebook to jot down your thoughts and observations

What’s Included:

  • A bit of Rue, Jess's sourdough starter, to take home and nurture

  • Jess's beginner-friendly recipe

  • Tips and tricks from Jess for perfecting your sourdough

  • A basic sourdough scoring tool

  • Access to an online community for support and inspiration as you continue baking

  • A freshly baked loaf from Jess

Limited Enrollment

Limited Enrollment

Don't Miss Out—Sign Up Now and Start Your Sourdough Journey!

This class is perfect for those new to sourdough baking. No prior experience is necessary—just come with a willingness to learn, share, and enjoy the process!

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • No worries! This class is designed for complete beginners. Jess will walk you through each step in a relaxed, hands-on way, focusing on the basics. You’ll learn by feel and leave with the confidence to bake at home.

  • The only thing you need to bring is a bowl to take your dough home in. An apron is optional but recommended if you want to get the full baking experience. Everything else, including a scoring tool, will be provided.

  • You won’t bake your sourdough in class, but you’ll prepare your dough and take it home to bake at the perfect time. You’ll also leave with a freshly baked loaf made by Jess, so you can enjoy the taste of sourdough right away.

  • At Oak Creek Family Farm, we do not offer refunds for sourdough classes. However, we are happy to provide the option to transfer your registration to another class under the following conditions:

    1. Class Transfers:

      • If you are unable to attend your scheduled class, you may request a transfer to a future class, subject to availability and restrictions.

      • All transfer requests must be communicated directly to Jess at least 14 days prior to the class date.

    2. Availability and Restrictions:

      • Transfers will depend on the availability of future classes and may be subject to additional restrictions based on class capacity and scheduling.

    3. No-Show Policy:

      • Participants who do not attend their scheduled class or fail to communicate a transfer request within the required timeframe will not be eligible for a transfer.

    4. How to Request a Transfer:

      • To request a transfer, please email Jess at oakcreekfarm2023@gmail.com. Include your name, the original class date, and the desired new class date.

    Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We look forward to sharing the magic of sourdough with you!

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • You’ll have access to an online community where you can ask questions, share your progress, and get support from Jess and fellow sourdough enthusiasts. You won’t be alone on your baking journey!

  • Sign Up HERE—spaces are limited, so be sure to register soon!