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sponge for breadmaking.
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5 from 2 votes

Simple Sponge Recipe

"What is a sponge?" This seemingly simple question holds the key to unlocking a world of flavor and texture in the realm of bread baking. A sponge, is very similar to a biga, which is an Italian pre-ferment used to create a complex flavor profile and superior texture in bread like ciabatta and focaccia.
Prep Time5 minutes
12 hours
Total Time12 hours 5 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: European
Servings: 1 preferment
Calories: 465kcal
Author: Kelly
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • ½ cup Water (cool)
  • ¼ teaspoon Instant yeast
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Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, water, and yeast until a shaggy dough forms.
    1 cup All-purpose flour, ½ cup Water (cool), ¼ teaspoon Instant yeast
  • Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and let the sponge rise at room temperature (around 70°F/21°C) for 12-16 hours.
  • The sponge will be bubbly and doubled in size with a slightly sour aroma when ready.

Nutrition

Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 97g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 6mg