Bake Delicious, Nutritious, Artisanal Style Sourdough Bread At Home
No matter how busy your schedule is, no matter how many times you’ve tried before and failed, and even if you’ve never baked ANYTHING before
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Here’s Why Sourdough Bread Baking Is The Most Rewarding Thing You Can Do In The Kitchen
Dear aspiring baker,
Have you ever pulled a steaming hot, perfectly caramelized loaf of sourdough bread out of the oven…
And after letting it cool, sliced inside to find a perfectly textured, airy, delicious crumb that tastes AMAZING?!
If you have, then you know why baking sourdough bread is one of the most rewarding things you can do in the kitchen!
You Don’t Need To Be A Pro Baker To Bake Bread Like THIS At Home!
Every bake is a new surprise. You never know what’s going on inside. With dozens of make or break elements factoring into your bread baking success.
Which is also why...
Sourdough Bread Baking Is THE HARDEST SKILL You Can Learn In The Kitchen!
It’s not as easy as just following a simple recipe and adding some baker’s yeast!
There’s so many more factors that go into the fermentation process:
- Fully activating your sourdough starter
- Perfecting the stretch and fold techniques for ideal gluten structure
- Perfecting the stretch and fold techniques for ideal gluten structure
Which forces you to stay much more in tune with your dough and the bread baking process.
And sadly, because it’s so easy to go wrong, too often I see people giving up after their bread doesn’t rise, or they end up with a super dense or uneven crumb.
To make matters worse, when you try figuring out where you went wrong…
Most Baking Advice You Read Online Is DEAD WRONG!
I remember when I started my sourdough bread baking journey...
I’d spend hours proofing, kneading, and baking bread – Only to open the oven and see a loaf with no rise, or slice inside to find a gooey crumb or massive uneven holes!
Then I’d go online to figure out where I went wrong, and the onlyinformation I could find was random guesses from people on forums.
On top of that, there were all these new terms like hydration percentages, auto-lysing, and proofing, that I had no idea what they meant.
So if you’ve tried baking sourdough bread before and failed, or you’re afraid to jump in because you think it’s too difficult…
Trust me, you’re not alone!
I Took The SLOW WAY So You Don’t Have To
But after my first few attempts I started seeing some progress, and being the Pro Home Cook that I am, I was committed to cracking the sourdough bread baking code:
- I apprenticed with multiple professional bakers – Mastering their stretch and fold techniques for ideal gluten structure and bread with more rise
- I scoured the internet for every morsel of advice I could find – Sifting through the BS and testing everything to see what actually worked
- And I became a mad scientist testing everything from different hydration levels, to mixing in ancient grains, and even milling my own flour
I call it “The Quest for the Perfect Loaf” – Where every loaf you bake is better than the last.
And as a result, I became ADDICTED to sourdough bread baking!
But even more than that, after successfully baking literally thousands of loaves in my oven…
I’ve Perfected The Sourdough Bread Baking Process Into A Simple System Anyone Can Use
Once I started getting consistent results in the kitchen, I recorded a few sourdough tutorials and published them on YouTube…
And was surprised by their immediate success, with millions of views, and near daily emails from people sending me pictures of beautiful loaves of bread. (Which I love!)
But what I quickly realized is no single video alone can give you everything you need to master the bread baking process.
So I started distilling down all the information I’d learned over the years, and all the questionsfrom comments on YouTube…
Bringing it all into a step by step process that anyone can use to instantly bake better sourdough bread.
Introducing...
The Most Comprehensive Sourdough Bread Baking Course Online Designed To Help You Consistently Baking Fresh, Flavorful, Artisanal Style Sourdough Bread At Home
No matter if it’s your first time baking or you’ve baked hundreds of loaves…
Sourdough U is an easy to follow video training where I’ll show you, step by step, exactly how to bake sourdough bread that’s better than anything you’ve bought in a store.
With multiple camera angles showing you exactly how I stretch and fold, beginner, intermediate, and advanced recipes with the best hydration levels and flour mixes…
And hundreds of tips, tricks, and baker’s secrets to help you on your quest towards baking the perfect loaf!
Buy NowSourdough Success Stories
I’ve now had over 4,000 people attend Sourdough U, and get emails and Instagram messages like these daily from customers:
My friends all beg for a loaf!
“To say I was a sourdough failure is an understatement. A couple of times a week I would grapple with another recipe and produce a boule that was really dense with no discernible crumb and a lame crust.
Then I came across one of Mike’s Sourdough videos on YouTube and was so impressed, I signed up for his Sourdough U and it is a revelation!
I had read so much about sourdough but Mike’s clear and concise descriptions of every step in the process really brought it all together. I have gone from sourdough failure to fabulous! Now my friends all beg for a loaf.”
- JULIE VAN NORDEN
Obsessed with sourdough!
“I’m about halfway through Mike’s course now, and I’m already making amazing sourdough bread.
He explains every bit of science behind the process, and his instructions are easy to follow. It’s definitely worth it. This class is great. I’m obsessed with sourdough now!”
- MATTHEW FEIGENBAUM
As Good As The Culinary Insitute!
“Your program is one of the best presented learning tools I have ever encountered!
I know that sounds overstated but, as a Culinary Institute of America graduate and involved in training programs, I believe that statement is valid. Thanks for the great job!”
- JAKE EFFNER
Here’s How We’ll Master
Sourdough Bread Together...
Module 1
The Science of Sourdough
First I’ll give you a complete overview of the program and explain exactly how to get the most out of it.
Then we’ll dive right into “The Gluten Revolution” and learn why sourdough bread is the healthiest most nutritious bread out there. (Even if you’re allergic to gluten!)
We’ll also cover things like:
- Baking Percentages 101: To help you choose the right hydration levels based on your experience, and what you’ll need to change as you play with different flour mixes
- Fermentation Fight: Learn the difference between slow and fast fermentation and when to choose one over the other – This is the key to amping up the nutrition, texture, and flavor of your bread
- Step by Step “Bread Time”: Walking you step by step through the bread baking process, even if you have a busy schedule, with tips and tricks to speed up or slow down the process so you can wake up to the smell of fresh baked bread
- Automatic Intuition: Incorporating all 5 senses, I’ll show you what you need to focus on to rapidly build your baker’s intuition and consistently cook better bread
The reason sourdough bread baking is so rewarding is because it’s more of an artform than a science, and requires more than just following a simple recipe.
By the end of Module 1, you’ll be well on your way to an experienced baker’s level intuition, and know exactly what to look for at each stage of the bread baking process!
Module 2
Baking Tools For Every Level Baker
Then in Module 2, I’ll give you an exhaustive list of baking tools…
If you’re just starting out, I’ll show you how to jump in for less than $20 total!
But because I know after you start baking amazingly delicious loaves of bread you’ll get addicted, I’ve also included a complete list of the best tools for you to use on your quest towards the perfect loaf.
Here’s some of what we’ll cover:
- The Bare Essentials: The bare minimum baking equipment you’ll need to get started – Including my “Two Penny Tool” to know exactly when your sourdough starter is at peak activation and ready to use for baking more airy, flavorful bread.
- Professional Proofing: My secret weapon to know exactly when your dough is ready for the oven – And when to speed up or slow down the proofing process based on your unique environment (This is why you can’t just follow a simple recipe!).
- The Ultimate Baker’s Toolkit: My “Best in Class” tools for when you’re ready to jump into the big leagues! The best part is, most of these tools are actually an investment because you’ll end up saving money in the long run PLUS bake more nutrient dense, long lasting bread with better texture and flavor.
You might be surprised how little you need to start baking “Baker’s Quality” bread at home, I’ll show you exactly what you need in Module 2, plus my favorite tools for when you’re ready to up your game.
Module 3
Upgrading Your Flour With Better Quality Ingredients And Ancient Grains
Then in Module 3, we’ll take a deep dive into the best types of flour to use, and how to extract maximum flavor and nutrition from this essential bread baking ingredient.
Including a complete guide for choosing the right flour based on your climate, experience, and bread baking goals…
Here’s just some of what we’ll cover:
- Fanatical Flour: My favorite method for getting the best possible quality flour which makes all the difference in your bread – And how to maximize freshness for more activity, intense rise, airiness, and structure.
- Wheat vs White: Learn when you need to use white flour over wheat (or the perfect mixture of both!) so you can add fiber without ruining your crumb texture.
- Ancient Grain Guide: Get simple techniques to incorporate rye, spelt, einkorn, and whole wheat flour into your recipes for a totally unique flavor profile – And the trick to working with each without the headaches.
- Fresh Milling: This is the key to taking your bread from really good to phenomenal – More flavor, more texture, and more nutrients – I’ll show you the pitfalls most people fall into when milling for the first time so you get it right from the start!
Flour is the core ingredient in making great bread!
And by the end of Module 3, you’ll have an expert level understanding of how to bake rustic loaves of bread with more bounce, airiness, and a great chew!
Module 4
Mastering The Sourdough Starter For Maximum Activation And Flavor
Then in Module 4, it’s time to harness the Fermentation Life Force of your bread: The Sourdough Starter!
I’ll show you exactly what it should look, smell, and taste like so you know exactly when your starter is at peak activation.
We’ll also cover:
- Starter From Scratch: Learn an easy way to create a starter from scratch and how to jump start it’s activity for maximum flavor right before you bake.
- Feed The Beast: One of the most common mistakes people make is adding their starter before it’s fully activated – I’ll show you how to feed your starter for peak activation.
- The Wild Way: How using a “Wild” starter can increase the great flavors, which starters have the best activity, and how to control the acidity of your bread to balance the acidity and sweetness.
- Starter Storage: For the baker who doesn’t bake every week, I’ll show you my technique for keeping your starter alive for MONTHS in between feedings – And how to quickly activate it when you’re ready to bake!
The fermentation process going on inside your sourdough starter is what separates sourdough bread baking from other types of baking.
This is where a lot of mistakes are made, but after Module 4, you’ll know exactly how to create and keep a sourdough starter at peak activation and ready to bake incredible bread.
Module 5
Beginner’s Sourdough Bread Tutorial
It’s time to start baking! In Module 5 I’ll walk you step by step through my sourdough bread baking process!
With high quality production and multiple camera angles so you can see exactly how to stretch and fold the dough and get a “Top Baker’s Quality” gluten structure and rise.
You’ll also learn:
- Beginner’s Basics: The simple process for mixing your ingredients for maximum rise and flavor - Including both Batard and Boule style loaves.
- Expert Autolyse: My favorite technique for making dough that’s easy to work with – And the one ingredient you MUST skip during the autolysing process.
- Nix The Knead: Why you should NEVER knead your dough and the stretch and fold process I use for ideal gluten structure – leading to more rise, better taste, better texture, deeper colors, and fresh bread that lasts longer.
- Advanced Bulk Rise: Stolen from top bakers to continue building gluten bonds and making more flavorful, airy bread – This is the make or break stage in prepping your dough, it’s not even worth baking if you do this wrong!
- Scoring 101: This is the key to making sure your bread doesn’t explode out in random places while baking and how to turn your loaf into an artisanal masterpiece.
Let me be your “Sourdough Shaman” and let’s take this bread baking journey together!
Instead of spending years to learn this process, you’ll be baking better bread within hours of joining Sourdough U – And hopefully get as addicted to the process as I am!
Module 6
The Quest For The Perfect Loaf And Advanced Baking Strategies
And finally, in Module 6 we’ll take things to another level – Breaking past the beginner’s loaf and cover all the best ingredients and advanced bread baking techniques.
Strap in and follow along with me as I go all into baking my Perfect Loaf – Teaching you as many advanced baking techniques as I can along the way (Many of these you can’t find anywhere else online!)
We’ll also cover:
- Ancient Grains Explained: Einkorn, rye starter, and my favorite ancient grain flour mix that helps me bake the best loaves of my life.
- Hyper Hydration: Learn the best hydration percentages to get a super crusty bread with a very soft and airy internal crumb – without the headaches that normally comes with stickier dough.
- Patient Proofing: Use this simple process to add extra bacteria and color to your bread - Leading to more nutrients from the longer fermentation process.
- Caramelized Crust: How to get a super dark, deep, brown hue on your crust that tastes amazing with a soft, buttery, beautiful crumb inside.
- Design Details: How to score your bread like a French artisanal baker with stencils and even using matcha for colored stenciling!
When it comes to baking The Perfect Loaf, you need to use more advanced strategies like adding ancient grains and higher hydration levels, which leads to all sorts of new issues and complexities…
But after Module 6, you’ll have dozens of new tactics to help you on YOUR Quest Towards Your Perfect Loaf!
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Get These Special Bonuses FREE When You Join Today!
Bonus 1
The Sourdough Video Troubleshooting Guide
I truly believe that after you go through Sourdough U, you’ll have everything you need to make incredible bread every time you bake…
But to take it a step further, I’ve decided to include a few special limited time bonuses to guarantee your success!
First, you’ll get “The Sourdough Troubleshooting Guide.”
This is an easy to search video training, broken down into bite-sized answers to some of the most common questions people have when baking bread.
Here’s some of the topics covered:
- Top 5 reasons for why your bread didn’t rise
- ​How to handle sticky bread and higher hydration percentages?
- ​Why do I have a dense crumb? How do I get that airy light crumb?
- ​What if my kitchen is too hot, cold, unpredictable during the bulk rise?
- Why is my crumb gummy inside?
- ​How do I know when I’ve over-proofed/under proofed my bread?
- ​How do I change hydration levels with different flour?(Rye, Ancient Grains, etc.)
- How do I know when I’ve got enough gluten structure?
- How do I know when my starter is fully activated?
- Why is my crumb uneven with massive holes?
- And so much more!
Especially when it comes to working with more advanced ingredientsand higher hydration levels, the complexity definitely goes up!
But when you have this “Sourdough Troubleshooting Guide” you’ll have an easy to search resource to get the right answer FAST!
I could sell this Guide as a stand alone program, but you get it FREE when you join Sourdough U today!
Bonus 2
The 4 Checklists For Busy Bakers
If you join during this special launch period, you’ll also gain access to my “4 Checklists For Busy Bakers”…
One of the biggest excuses I hear from people who wish they could bake sourdough bread is: “I don’t have the time!”
Which is why I created these Checklists to help you fit in your sourdough bread baking around your busy schedule.
Whether you need to speed up or slow down the process, fitting your baking in around work or night time shift…
When you have these checklists ( plus my video explanation on how to use them) you’ll never be a slave to the timings again and be able to have that incredible smell of baked bread entering your kitchen whenever you want.
Bonus 3
The Slice Of Heaven Video Recipe Guide
When you join today, you’ll also get my “Slice of Heaven” Recipe Training, where I’ll show you some of my favorite sourdough bread recipes.
Including:
- Avocado Toast with Sauerkraut: And my secret for making sure you never have soggy bread, and my favorite topping that ads the perfect tanginess to complement the creaminess of the avocado.
- Simple Scrambled Eggs: Checkout this delicate scramble that makes your sourdough bread sing! A good scramble on top of toasted sourdough bread is as good as it gets – Don’t forgot the hot sauce!
- Israeli Baba Ghanoush Flatbread: My take on the classic Mediterranean dish, and trust me, when you make it with fresh sourdough bread, it’s a complete game changer – plus a special “tahini treat” to give it an extra punch in the face!
- Mike’s Break the Fast Salad: It’s almost impossible not to enjoy a salad when it’s overflowing with fresh baked sourdough croutons – especially when I show you how I “season” them with protein oil.
30 Day “Better Bread” Money-Back Guarantee
On top of that, I believe in Sourdough U SO much, I want you to:
Follow my bread baking process, bake a few loaves of bread over the next month, and if you don’t bake the best loaf of your life in the next 30 days, I’ll send you 100% of your money back!
Just shoot me a picture of your baking attempt, and if you’re not completely satisfied with Sourdough U, I’ll give you a prompt and courteous refund.
No questions asked, no hoops to jump through. Just make an honest attempt at following the Sourdough U bread baking process, and I will literally guarantee your success!
So if you’ve tried baking sourdough bread before and failed, or you’re afraid to jump in because you think it’s too difficult…
Let's Recap Everything You Get
- Sourdough University – Lifetime Access ($297 Value)
- Bonus #1 – Sourdough Troubleshooting Guide ($97 Value)
- Bonus #2 – Slice Of Heaven Video Recipe Guide ($27 Value)
- Bonus #3 – The 4 Checklists For Busy Bakers ($27 Value)
TOTAL VALUE: $448
You Get It All Today For:
$
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Sourdough Success Stories
I’ve now had over 7,000 people attend Sourdough U, and get emails and Instagram messages like these daily from customers:
My friends all beg for a loaf!
“To say I was a sourdough failure is an understatement. A couple of times a week I would grapple with another recipe and produce a boule that was really dense with no discernible crumb and a lame crust.
Then I came across one of Mike’s Sourdough videos on YouTube and was so impressed, I signed up for his Sourdough U and it is a revelation!
I had read so much about sourdough but Mike’s clear and concise descriptions of every step in the process really brought it all together. I have gone from sourdough failure to fabulous! Now my friends all beg for a loaf.”
- JULIE VAN NORDEN
Obsessed with sourdough!
“I’m about halfway through Mike’s course now, and I’m already making amazing sourdough bread.
He explains every bit of science behind the process, and his instructions are easy to follow. It’s definitely worth it. This class is great. I’m obsessed with sourdough now!”
- MATTHEW FEIGENBAUM
As Good As The Culinary Insitute!
“Your program is one of the best presented learning tools I have ever encountered!
I know that sounds overstated but, as a Culinary Institute of America graduate and involved in training programs, I believe that statement is valid. Thanks for the great job!”
- JAKE EFFNER
Let Me Be Your “Sourdough Shaman” And Hold Your Hand The Entire Way
When you join Sourdough U, I’ll guide you every step of the way towards YOUR quest for the perfect loaf.
Instead of wasting all that time inside random baking forums, or spending thousands of dollars in expensive baking classes…
You can gain immediate access to a proven process that’s worked time and again for 7,000+ satisfied customers!
I’m here as your guide, your sourdough shaman, to help you overcome your fears and become a confident, competent sourdough baker.
It's Time To GET ADDICTED To Baking Sourdough Bread At Home
Imagine pulling your next loaf out of the oven, with that incredible fermented smell, slicing into a beautifully fluffy crumb that feels like a pillow and tastes amazing!
And then, every time you bake, there’s a new opportunity to bake the best bread of your life..
When you follow my proven process inside Sourdough U, you’ll be well on your way to baking YOUR perfect loaf your very next bake!
There’s no need to go it alone, stop wasting your time online digging through forums and videos, and join me inside Sourdough U today!
It all starts by clicking the big red button below, and I’ll see you on the inside!
Then click the “Enroll Now” button below, and I’ll see you on the inside!
Frequently Asked Questions
YouTube videos are scattered. Great for tips, but terrible for building a complete foundation. The Beginner’s Journey is a comprehensive, step-by-step curriculum where each lesson builds on the last. You’ll always know exactly what to practice next and why. Plus, you get exercises, workbooks, and pieces specifically sequenced for your level.
Keys to Mastery was designed for intermediate to advanced players who want to reach the highest level of piano playing. The Beginner’s Journey is specifically for people who have never played before, or who tried learning but never built a solid foundation. Think of it as the essential prerequisite. Complete The Beginner’s Journey first, then graduate to Keys to Mastery when you’re ready.
Absolutely! This course was designed assuming zero prior knowledge. We start with the absolute basics: From where to sit, how to position your hands, finding notes on the keyboard, and build from there. If you’ve never touched a piano in your life, this is exactly what you need.
Yes! The course is designed for busy adults. You can see real progress with just 20-30 minutes of focused daily practice. Quality beats quantity when you know exactly what to focus on. No more wasted time wondering what to do, just follow this roadmap.
Most people quit because of poor curriculum design: scattered information, no clear progression, boring exercises. The Beginner’s Journey fixes all of that. You’ll learn through beautiful music you actually want to play, with a clear roadmap showing exactly where you’re headed. This time will be different because the method is different.
YES! The Beginner’s Journey is fully usable with ANY keyboard. In fact, many adult learners begin with a keyboard and still make great progress through the course. As long as your keyboard has touch-sensitive keys, you’ll be able to follow the lessons smoothly and build strong fundamentals.
You’ll play your first recognizable melodies within the first week. By the end of Module 2, you’ll have 5+ songs in your repertoire. The full course is designed to be completed over several months, but you’ll notice improvement after every single module. Each module takes approximately 2-3 weeks if you’re practicing consistently and learning all the core songs.
Once enrolled, you will have lifetime access to all the videos. Go at your own pace, revisit lessons whenever you want, and benefit from any future updates I add to the course.
You’ll have access to the student community and group coaching calls where you can ask questions and get support. You’re not alone on this journey.
Currently The Beginner’s Roadmap is open for enrollment, but once the timer hits 00:00:00 I’m closing down access to focus on the students who join.
I do plan to re-open the course in the future, but have no set date and expect it to be months from now. So if you’re at all interested in joining, I’d highly suggest doing it now while you still can. (Especially since you get lifetime access to all the materials!)
The Beginner’s Roadmap is a self-paced online course, so you can go through the lessons at any time that is convenient for you, and because you get lifetime access when you join, you don’t need to worry about your schedule getting busy.
The bonus LIVE group coaching calls will take place on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm EST, but even if you can’t attend one of the calls, you’ll be able to ask questions inside the members area and I’ll make sure to answer them in the call recordings.
You’re protected by my 30-Day “Perfect Piece” Guarantee. If you don’t see significant improvement in your playing within 30 days, if you can’t perfectly play at least one new classical piece in the course… Just email my team for a full refund.
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I made my first loaf of sourdough bread from watching Mike Greenfields Youtube video about 15 mistakes people make when making sourdough bread. I learned so much and made bread ever since. Then Sourdough U came along and I took it as well and am so grateful for it. I continue to make sourdough bread at home and have enrolled in other classes of his as well. I tell my friends and family to do it also because he has such a unique and thorough way of teaching. I can’t say enough good things about the class.
My sourdough making days began by watching and following Mike on YouTube, followed by taking the course. I’ve been at it for almost 5 yrs and haven’t had a failure yet. I am using a sprouted glyphosate free whole wheat flour from Canada which handles differently than all purpose flour but I have figured out a 50/50 mix of it with organic white flour works best. I just have to be more gentle with the slap and fold part. I have taken his recommendations on helpful equipment to use. At first I literally followed him step by step with the video on my laptop placed on the kitchen counter but now can do it in my sleep. I absolutely LOVE creating an amazing bread with so few ingredients. And my family and friends love it too. Sourdough bread is easy on my digestion too.
Mike’s class was my first attempt at sourdough bread. I had a lot to learn and this was a great stepping stone. From technique to texture, to understanding what was happening and why, my loaves of bread got better and easier to make. I have lost count on the number of loaves but getting a good crumb and crunch to each loaf is fun, and the anticipation and the aroma of the loaves as they bake is very rewarding. The effort is well worth the process. You won’t regret it and it is a great learning process.
Excellent course designed as though you were being privately tutored by a good friend. I was able to adapt the starter to several different recipes with much success. He offers all the info on what to do and what to watch for, step by step. Kudos!
This was an excellent way to learn how to make soughdough bread. It was easy to follow and I have had 100% success following the instructions in this video. I feel I got my money’s worth and my confidence in making this bread is at a maximum.