Sourdough bread is a naturally leavened bread known for its tangy flavor, chewy texture, and deep, golden crust. It’s made without commercial yeast, using a wild yeast sourdough starter cultivated from flour and water.

This fermentation process, driven by lactic acid bacteria and wild yeast, gives sourdough its signature aroma and health benefits. It’s prized for better digestibility, a lower glycemic index, and its connection to ancient bread-making techniques.

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Best Sourdough Bread Baking Books

If you’re interested in learning how to make sourdough at home—from building and maintaining a starter to mastering fermentation timing and baking techniques—the best sourdough bread baking books are a valuable resource.

They offer structured guidance, visual techniques, and expert insights into hydration ratios, scoring methods, baking temperatures, and oven steam management—key concepts for creating artisan-quality sourdough bread.

The Perfect Loaf: The Craft and Science of Sourdough Breads, Sweets, and More: A Baking Book

Hardcover Book
Leo, Maurizio (Author)
English (Publication Language)
432 Pages - 11/08/2022 (Publication Date) - Clarkson Potter (Publisher)

Artisan Sourdough Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide to Delicious Handcrafted Bread with Minimal Kneading

Raffa, Emilie (Author)
English (Publication Language)
208 Pages - 10/24/2017 (Publication Date) - Page Street Publishing (Publisher)

Starter Sourdough: The Step-by-Step Guide to Sourdough Starters, Baking Loaves, Baguettes, Pancakes, and More

Pellegrinelli, Carroll (Author)
English (Publication Language)
158 Pages - 10/15/2019 (Publication Date) - Callisto (Publisher)

Sourdough Every Day: Your Guide to Using Active and Discard Starter for Artisan Bread, Rolls, Pasta, Sweets and More

Dela Cruz, Hannah (Author)
English (Publication Language)
176 Pages - 12/15/2020 (Publication Date) - Page Street Publishing (Publisher)

Mastering Bread: The Art and Practice of Handmade Sourdough, Yeast Bread, and Pastry [A Baking Book]

Hardcover Book
Vetri, Marc (Author)
English (Publication Language)
304 Pages - 10/27/2020 (Publication Date) - Ten Speed Press (Publisher)

The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread: 125+ Recipes for Every Baker (A Cookbook)

Hardcover Book
King Arthur Baking Company (Author)
English (Publication Language)
464 Pages - 10/22/2024 (Publication Date) - S&S/Simon Element (Publisher)

Sourdough Cookbook for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Introduction to Make Your Own Fermented Breads

Rusch, Eric (Author)
English (Publication Language)
180 Pages - 08/11/2020 (Publication Date) - Callisto (Publisher)

Bread Baking for Beginners: The Essential Guide to Baking Kneaded Breads, No-Knead Breads, and Enriched Breads

Ohara, Bonnie (Author)
English (Publication Language)
176 Pages - 10/23/2018 (Publication Date) - Callisto (Publisher)

The Ultimate Sourdough Starter Bible for Busy Families: Foolproof Recipes, Zero Waste Hacks, and Step-by-Step Bread Baking for Delicious, Homemade Family Meals Without Breaking The Bank

Henley, Jordana Mary (Author)
English (Publication Language)
82 Pages - 04/01/2025 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)

Homemade Sourdough: Easy, At-Home Artisan Bread Making

Hardcover Book
Mason, Jane (Author)
English (Publication Language)
160 Pages - 12/29/2020 (Publication Date) - Chartwell Books (Publisher)

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Good Meat: The Complete Guide to Sourcing and Cooking Sustainable Meat
Hardcover Book
Prueitt, Elisabeth (Author)
English (Publication Language)
304 Pages - 09/15/2010 (Publication Date) - Chronicle Books (Publisher)

The Sweet Side of Sourdough: 50 Irresistible Recipes for Pastries, Buns, Cakes, Cookies and More

Schiff, Caroline (Author)
English (Publication Language)
168 Pages - 11/30/2021 (Publication Date) - Page Street Publishing (Publisher)

Sourdough 101 Discard Recipes Cookbook: Explore the Art of Bread Baking with Step-By-Step Recipes and Eco-Friendly Techniques for Beginners (Mastering Sourdough)

Moore, Maggie (Author)
English (Publication Language)
110 Pages - 06/14/2024 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)

Step-By-Step Simple Artisan Sourdough Bread Recipe Cook Book; Spiral Bound, Water Resistant with Magnet

Simple Bread Baking Cookbook: This top-spiral bound sour dough bread booklet, measuring 7 x 6 inches, is the perfect baking companion for beginning sourdough fans. Because of its small size, it doesn't take up much space on your kitchen counter, and the...
Organized Tabs for Quick Reference: The user-friendly tabs simplify recipe and instruction navigation. The tabs are well labeled, so you can quickly locate the information you need, whether it's fermentation times, dough ingredient amounts, or...
Beginner-Friendly Instructions and Terminology: Dive into the world of baking sourdough bread with confidence! This bread making booklet simplifies and clarifies difficult baking terminology. Step-by-step instructions take you through each stage of the...
Durable and Water Resistant Materials: Printed on heavy-duty card stock, this cookbook is designed to withstand the demands of a busy kitchen. A durable coating on each page provides water resistance, so spills and splatters are no problem and you easily...
Easy Accessibility with Magnet and Hanging Loop: The super-strong magnet adheres easily to the back and the top hanging loop ensures convenience and practicality. Attach your booklet to the refrigerator for easy access, or hang it on a nearby hook to keep...

Sourdough Starter for Beginners: Master the Art of Fermentation with Foolproof Recipes for Delicious Homemade Bread, Pizza, and Baked Goods (Baking)

Simonds, Sirena (Author)
English (Publication Language)
112 Pages - 08/25/2024 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)

The Sourdough Bible: The Ultimate Resource for Great Bread at Home

Hardcover Book
Boddy, Elaine (Author)
English (Publication Language)
320 Pages - 12/17/2024 (Publication Date) - Page Street Publishing (Publisher)

Gluten-Free Sourdough Baking: The Miracle Method for Creating Great Bread Without Wheat

Thompson, Mary (Author)
English (Publication Language)
176 Pages - 03/08/2022 (Publication Date) - Page Street Publishing (Publisher)

Sourdough Discard Recipes Cookbook: The Busy Mom’s Guide to Crafting the Most Delicious, Nutritious Delights with All-Natural Ingredients (Baking Bliss with Emma Brooks)

Brooks, Emma (Author)
English (Publication Language)
108 Pages - 06/24/2024 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)

Paul Hollywood 100 Great Breads: The Original Bestseller

Hardcover Book
Hollywood, Paul (Author)
English (Publication Language)
144 Pages - 08/18/2020 (Publication Date) - Cassell (Publisher)

Easy Everyday Sourdough Bread Baking: Beginner-Friendly Recipes for Delicious, Creative Bakes with Minimal Shaping and No Kneading

Boddy, Elaine (Author)
English (Publication Language)
168 Pages - 04/11/2023 (Publication Date) - Page Street Publishing (Publisher)

Learning to bake sourdough is a rewarding journey that connects you with traditional baking practices and modern food science. But it requires understanding concepts like gluten development, bulk fermentation, and dough hydration.

The best sourdough bread baking books help you gain confidence through step-by-step instruction, covering everything from starter maintenance to troubleshooting common issues like over-proofing or dense crumb.

These books do more than teach—they inspire. They help you build consistency, develop intuition, and explore advanced techniques like retarded fermentation, autolyse, and stretch-and-fold methods.

Whether you’re baking for flavor, health, or the joy of creating artisan loaves at home, turning to trusted educational resources ensures your sourdough bread rises to its full potential.

Best Sourdough Bread Baking Books

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