Feed your sourdough starter the best with The Sourdough Science Feeding Flour – a premium certified organic flour blend that’s scientifically engineered to get the most out of breaking down gluten.
Made from Organic High Extraction Bakers Flour, and Organic Wholegrain Bakers Flour from Kialla Pure Foods, this premium blend provides the ultimate nutrition for a robust, active, and healthy starter.
Why Choose Feeding Flour?
✅ Certified Organic & Additive-Free – The best organic flours, free from preservatives and enhancers.
✅ Optimized for Gluten Breakdown – Promotes effective fermentation that makes sourdough easier to digest.
✅ Balanced Nutrition – Your starter lives with your flour choice and it’s the ideal ratio of high-extraction to wholegrain flours to keep a thriving starter fed.
✅ Maximum Bacterial Activity – Improves microbial diversity for a continually active and bio-healthy culture.
✅ Versatile & Reliable – Works with any sourdough starter, including starters for breads, pizzas, and pastries.
How to Use:
1️⃣ Combine Feeding Flour with water and your sourdough starter at your desired hydration.
2️⃣ Mix well and let ferment at room temperature.
3️⃣ Only use this flour in your starter feed, once a week.
Why Feeding Flour is Essential for a Healthy Sourdough Starter
Many sourdough bakers have a really tough time keeping up a strong, bubbly starter, especially when all you’re using is regular flour, which doesn’t have a good balance of nutrients. Feeding Flour – Certified Organic Sourdough Starter Blend is formulated with the ideal ratio of high-extraction and wholegrain flours to ensure predictable fermentation and optimal gluten digestion.
Using this flour helps:
✅ Strengthen microbial activity for a more active, bubbly starter
✅ Improve fermentation efficiency, leading to better bread texture and rise
✅ Enhance gluten breakdown, making sourdough more digestible
✅ Reduce feeding frequency, allowing for a more convenient maintenance schedule
How Feeding Flour Supports Gluten Breakdown & Fermentation
Sourdough fermentation is an ancient process by which wild yeasts and lactic acid bacteria digest gluten and complex carbohydrates. Our Feeding Flour features an organic high-extraction flour and wholegrain blend to optimize:
🔹 Provide essential nutrients that fuel microbial growth
🔹 Increase enzymatic activity, enhancing the natural gluten breakdown
🔹 Encourage lactic acid bacteria, leading to a more tangy, flavorful sourdough
🔹 Reduce phytic acid, improving the bioavailability of nutrients in sourdough
This results in a lighter, more digestible sourdough bread with improved texture and flavor.
FAQs: Your Sourdough Questions Answered
1. What is the best flour to feed a sourdough starter?
I use a mixture of organic high-extraction flour and wholegrain flour for the best fermentation. This revitalization contributes to appropriate nutritional support, increases microbial activity, and fortifies your starter gradually.
2. Can I use Feeding Flour for gluten-free sourdough starters?
No, Feeding Flour is made from wheat-based organic flours. But it also breaks down gluten more thoroughly, making sourdough easier to digest.
3. How often should I feed my sourdough starter with Feeding Flour?
Feeding Flour’s nutrient-dense formulation is ideal pack for the job — unlike conventional white flours that demand more frequent feedings, this allows for just weekly feedings while still keeping your starter nice and strong.
4. Will this flour change the taste of my sourdough bread?
Yes, but in the best possible way! This combination adds layers to the taste and gives it a tangier, deeper sourdough flavor.
5. Can I use this flour for baking, or is it only for feeding my starter?
Feeding Flour specifically designed to feed sourdough starters, but it is OK to use small percentages this Flour in your dough to improve fermentation characteristics.
Pro Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Sourdough Starter
💡 Add filtered or spring water to Feeding Flour to not have the chlorine in your tap water messing with things.
💡 For optimal fermentation, keep your starter in a warm, stable place (about 22-26°C).
💡 In a hot, humid environment, you might need to water a little less.
💡 If you are transitioning to a new feeding flour, do so gradually to give your starter time to adjust.
💡 When feeding Flour, pair it with our Sourdough Science Academy Mix for bulletproof fermentation and gluten reduction.
📍 Sourced from Australian Certified Organic Mills | 🌾 No Additives or Preservatives | ♻️ Eco-Friendly Packaging
🔥 Available in: 1kg, and 2kg packs
💡 Pro Tip: Use alongside The Sourdough Science Academy Mix for bulletproof sourdough fermentation and gluten reduction!
