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Beer Gouda Onion Sourdough Bread

Delicious Beer Gouda Onion Sourdough Bread to Elevate Your Baking

This Beer Gouda Onion Sourdough Bread combines rich flavors, making it a delightful treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Provides structure and gluten development for a perfect rise.
  • 1 cup Active Sourdough Starter Essential for flavor and a light, airy texture; ensure it's at 100% hydration.
  • 12 ounces Beer (Room Temperature) Infuses a rich maltiness; an amber, lager, or stout works wonders.
  • 2 teaspoons Fine Sea Salt Enhances the flavor and strengthens gluten; avoid major substitutions for best results.
For the Inclusions
  • 8 ounces Gouda Cheese (Cubed) Adds creamy, nutty richness; aged cheddar can be a flavorful alternative.
  • 1 cup Caramelized Onion Imparts a sweet depth; shallots can replace for a milder flavor profile.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Dutch Oven
  • Banneton
  • Kitchen towel
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, active sourdough starter, and room temperature beer. Mix until the ingredients come together, forming a shaggy dough. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
  2. After the autolyse, sprinkle fine sea salt over the dough. Use your hands to incorporate the salt into the mixture, ensuring it's fully integrated.
  3. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth. Allow the dough to rise at room temperature, performing 4 gentle stretch and folds at 30-minute intervals for about 3 to 5 hours.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly wet work surface. Spread it into a rectangle, distribute the cubed Gouda cheese and caramelized onions evenly over the surface, then fold the dough over the fillings.
  5. Form a loose round shape with the dough. Let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes covered with a kitchen towel.
  6. Shape the dough into a tighter boule or batard, then place it seam-side up in a floured banneton. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  7. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Transfer the loaf into a preheated Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store your bread in a paper bag at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze it for up to 3 months.

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