Chocolate Chip Sourdough Bread

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June 13, 2026

Chocolate Chip Sourdough Bread combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the tangy depth of sourdough, creating a loaf that is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat. The soft crumb and pockets of melted chocolate make every slice irresistible.

Preparation Time

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Fermentation Time: 8–12 hours
Baking Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: 9–13 hours

Ingredients

For the Dough

500g bread flour
350g water (room temperature)
100g active sourdough starter
10g salt
100–150g semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Mix the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine the water and active sourdough starter. Stir until dissolved. Add the bread flour and mix until no dry flour remains. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Add Salt

Sprinkle the salt over the dough and mix thoroughly until fully incorporated.

Step 3: Stretch and Fold

Perform a series of stretch and folds every 30 minutes for 2 hours (4 sets total). During the second set of folds, gently add the chocolate chips and distribute them evenly throughout the dough.

Step 4: Bulk Fermentation

Cover the bowl and allow the dough to ferment at room temperature for 4–6 hours, or until it has increased in volume by about 50%.

Step 5: Shape the Dough

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round or oval loaf. Place it seam-side up in a floured proofing basket.

Step 6: Final Proof

Cover and refrigerate for 8–12 hours for a cold proof.

Step 7: Bake

Preheat the oven to 230°C (450°F) with a Dutch oven inside. Carefully transfer the dough onto parchment paper, score the top, and place it into the hot Dutch oven.

Bake: