The 5-Day Sourdough Starter Checklist

Bake a bakery-worthy sourdough loaf in 14 days — even if you've never baked bread before. Follow the daily checklist, watch your starter come alive, and skip the guesswork.

Everything you need, day by day

Day-by-day roadmap

Exact feeding times and what your starter should look and smell like each day — no more guessing.

Troubleshooting cues

Spot the difference between a sluggish starter and a dead one, and know exactly what to do next.

Ready-to-bake signal

Learn the simple float test that tells you your starter is strong enough for your first loaf.

Sourdough feels intimidating. It doesn't have to.

Flour on the counter, a jar that might be growing something weird, and confusing forum advice — no wonder most first-time bakers give up before day 3. This checklist removes the guesswork so you know exactly what to do, every single day.

No more wondering if your starter is 'ready'
No wasted flour on failed attempts
No confusing jargon or baker's math
No special equipment required
Just a clear checklist you can print and follow

12,400+

Home bakers who used this checklist

14 days

Average time to first successful loaf

94%

Said their starter was bubbling by day 5

★★★★★

I killed two starters before finding this checklist. Following it day by day, my third one worked perfectly — and so did my first loaf.

Maria Chen

First-time baker

★★★★★

I always thought sourdough was for people with fancy equipment. Turns out I just needed the right instructions. My loaf actually had that open, airy crumb.

James Whitfield

Beginner home cook

Questions nervous first-timers always ask

I've never baked bread before. Will this still work for me?

Yes. The checklist assumes zero baking experience and walks you through each day in plain language, so you always know exactly what to do next.

How much time does this take each day?

Just 5-10 minutes for feeding and checking your starter. You can fit it around your normal routine.

What if my starter doesn't bubble on schedule?

The checklist includes troubleshooting cues for common slowdowns, so you'll know whether to wait a day or adjust your feeding.

Do I need special flour or equipment?

No. You can start with all-purpose flour and a simple jar you already have at home.

Is this really free?

Yes, completely free. Enter your email and the checklist lands straight in your inbox.

Your bubbling starter is 5 days away

Grab the free checklist now and take the first step toward your first real sourdough loaf.