Sourdough Calculator

Calculate precise sourdough bread ingredients using baker's percentages. Accounts for starter hydration and flour contributions.

Dough Parameters

50% (stiff)75% (standard)100% (wet)
5% (slow)20% (standard)40% (fast)
50% (stiff)100% (liquid)150% (thin)

Total Flour (Baker's %)

508g

True hydration: 75.0%

Ingredients to Add

Flour457g
Water330g
Starter102g
Salt10.2g
Starter Flour
51g
Starter Water
51g
Total Flour
508g
Total Water
381g

Hydration Guide

  • • 65-70%: Good for beginners, easier to handle
  • • 70-75%: Standard artisan bread hydration
  • • 75-80%: Open crumb, requires experience
  • • 80%+: Very wet, ciabatta-style bread