Ingredients
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- 100 grams (½ cup) active sourdough starter
- 350 grams (1½ cups) water, at room temperature
- 500 grams (5 cups) all-purpose flour (unbleached white)
- 80 grams (1 cup) grated mozzarella cheese
- 45 grams (½ cup) quartered pepperoni slices
- 3 grams (1 tablespoon) Italian seasoning
- 10 grams (2 teaspoons) salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, water, flour, cheese, and salt. Add half of the pepperoni, scattering the pieces individually to prevent clumping. Mix slightly, then add the remaining pepperoni to evenly distribute.
- Mix until the dough forms a rough, shaggy texture. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- After the rest, use wet hands or a dough scraper to stretch the dough gently from one edge and fold it over itself. Rotate the bowl and repeat, shaping the dough into a rough square. Cover and let rest for another 30 minutes.
- Perform another set of stretch and folds, covering and resting for 30 minutes after each round. Repeat this process two more times for a total of three rounds.
- Cover the dough and let it rise at room temperature for 4–6 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the dough into a ball or oval and place it in a floured banneton. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight for at least 12 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) with a Dutch oven inside. Remove the dough from the fridge and transfer it onto parchment paper. Score the top of the dough.
- Carefully place the dough (with parchment paper) into the preheated Dutch oven. Cover with the lid and bake for 55 minutes.
- Remove the lid. If the crust is not golden enough, bake for an additional 5 minutes uncovered.
- Transfer the loaf to a cooling rack and let it cool for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Notes
Best served warm and fresh. Pair with marinara sauce for dipping, or enjoy plain.
- Prep Time: 160 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg