Best Sourdough Tools for Beginners (Helpful but Not Required)

If you’re new to sourdough baking, gluten-free or not, it can feel like you need a whole kitchen full of fancy tools to get started. The truth is that you really don’t! A simple bowl, a spatula, kitchen towel, parchment paper, sharp knife, and your hands can take you a long way. But over time, I’ve found a few sourdough tools that make the process easier, cleaner, and a little more fun. None of these are required, but they’re definitely some of my favorites to use in my kitchen.

All the Sourdough Tools

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Apron
16oz & 32oz wide-mouth glass jars (I start with 16oz & as my starter grows I use a 32oz jar)
Spurtle (or strong handle of a spatula: these spatulas are my favorite for everything in the kitchen!)
Large mixing bowl or these fun colored glass bowls!
Lightweight tea towel (kitchen towels work great too…I think I have a set from Costco!)
Measuring cups & spoons
Dutch oven or my new fav Dutch oven!
Danish Dough whisk
Dough scraper
Bread lame
Banneton/proofing basket (or a kitchen bowl)
Whisk, scraper, & bread lame kit (optional)
Tools & banneton baskets kit (optional)
Flour sifter
Bread Bow (or sharp bread knife)
Thermometer
Parchment paper
Cooling rack
1/2 gallon glass jar (optional for counter storage & increasing starter amount)
Kitchen Aide standing mixer (optional, but makes life much easier)

Want To Start Your Sourdough Journey

I make regular sourdough for my family and gluten-free sourdough for me. I simplified both sourdough processes and have taught THOUSANDS across the world how to have success! So, if you’re wanting to jump into your own sourdough journey…you’re in the right place!

I have TWO sourdough guides that will walk you step-by-step through the entire process from making your starter to baking a loaf, the EASY way! No scales, no strict timelines, not a million ingredients, & zero stress! Loaded with tons of pictures, tips, tricks, & info that will help you bake the best sourdough in town!

If you have gluten allergies or Celiac disease, check out my Gluten-Free Sourdough Guide!

No food allergies and want to use all-purpose flour? Check out my Simple Sourdough Guide!

The Truth About Sourdough Tools

It’s easy to fall down the sourdough rabbit hole and think you need every gadget out there. But the beauty of sourdough is that it’s incredibly simple at its core. Bakers have been making bread for centuries with just basic tools and ingredients.

If you’re just starting out, begin with what you already have in your kitchen. As you fall more in love with sourdough baking (and trust me, you probably will!), you can slowly add a few favorite tools along the way.

These tools simply make the process more convenient, help create consistent results, and add a little extra joy to the baking experience. Enjoy the journey!