How to Reactivate a Dry (Dehydrated) Sourdough Starter

Follow this step-by-step guide on how to reactivate a dry sourdough starter. The process takes about a week, but is very easy to do! By the end, a small amount of dry sourdough will transform into a voluminous, bubbly, active culture of sourdough that will last you a lifetime of baking!

Simple No-Knead Sourdough Bread Recipe:

Even more sourdough recipes, including crackers, cornbread, pizza crust, focaccia, and more:

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[NanasHouseDIY]

What I am learning through this process is that absolutely no two people do this the same. You have bakers with millions of viewers that say you can feed once a month. Some say aft feeding you dump all but 30 grams b4 you feed. Some say it has to be on a clock, some say its a when ever because folks try to make it seem difficult. I am just stressed over how noone seems to even slightly mimic anothers routine. I have mine on my stove. Started with wheat. I was told that you must start with wheat and can switch to white later and now I hear start with white and change to wheat later. When I get this glfigured out I am going to have to make my video about the confusion of sour dough bread.

[christinegalusky]

There’s so many videos about sourdough process on YouTube, just wanted to say I chose yours to learn from as I start my sourdough journey, simply because of the impressive plants you have. I trust information from anyone with such great plants, you must know your stuff with plants like those 😂❤

[StillWatersRabbitryNGA]

This is by far the BEST video on rehydrating a starter! Thank you!

[juancarpio]

I almost forgot why I was watching this video. Your plants are amazing 😮😮😮

[matthewleewillis]

So helpful, thank you! I am reactivating a 150 year old dehydrated starter.

[g.levine]

Deanna, I love your content! You are a natural at teaching with clarity and passion. I have learned so much from you in the past few months since I’ve discovered you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge skills with the rest of us!

[deedenuese]

Ordered the starter from you ✔️
Got the right jars ✔️
Now I just need 5 days in a row.
Thanks for the video.
I got this new endeavor ✔️

[annemariedavies]

I accidentally stumbled on your YouTube channel trying to find a video reactivating my dry sourdough starter. Your video is very helpful. Thank you 😊

[MIM-bzji]

I was told years ago that the consistency should be like toothpaste. That seems to work wonderfully for me.

[elemenopeepee]

I’m on Day 5, and it’s working! 😆 Thank you for pairing the (extremely thorough and easy-to-follow) written instructions with a great video! So helpful! I needed to see what that scant cup looked like 😉

[darlenecotter]

I had a friend give me dehydrated starter. I have been going along with your video and am on day 3 and just noticed my starter has doubled in size tonight...so excited. Thank you I am looking forward to days 4and 5 and looking forward to trying my hand at a sourdough loaf this weekend...day 7😊

[walrusfest]

I was gifted this, and your video was just what I needed!!

[alishahhanif]

I love love this video and bought the starter as well. I can honestly say that it is the easiest. Highly recommend.

[padfoot]

Love all your plants, gorgeous collection

[ItsJustMeBrett]

glad you posted this, my girlfriend got me some dry starter online and I lost the instructions paper for it. saved the dough for me.

[cheesegoddess]

This is very well presented with great supporting literature. Thank you!

[mimsalamims]

I loved this! It's such a clear and pleasant explanation! Thank you!🎉🎉🎉

[jenniferwinsor]

Good video for the tips, tricks and nuances of getting sourdough going from a dry sample. I recently gave my friend some of the dried active sourdough I got good and active. I gave it to her at work and hadn't had time to give her instructions. Our employment is ending in the next week due to operations moving to another state. I would have given her active starter but thought that would be a challenge to store it at work and transfer it to her home. In a moment of (I'd better give her some now since it's the perfect state for transportation). She's excited but a little overwhelmed. I'll refer her to your channel.

[justStacyNicole]

Absolutely love this video! I've decided its way past time for me to begin this sourdough journey, lol. I have some dehydrated started on order and am gathering other supplies. This really helps. Thanks for the printables as well -- your website has all sorts of goodies. New subscriber here!! 🤩

[paulsantos]

Thank you for this video, I am struggling to get my starter going. Hopefully this will help, I just ordered a package off your website. I love supporting small businesses. Thank you for your effort. I hope to receive it soon.