How To Freeze Sourdough Starter
The ONLY guide you will ever need on how to freeze sourdough starter. You should freeze starter to not worry about your sourdough starter on vacation!
Equipment
- 1 Ice Cube Tray
- 1 Ziplock Bag
- 1 Freezer Safe Container Jar
Instructions
Freezer Safe Container Jar Method
- Pour the starter or discard into a freezer-safe container.
- Lightly seal the container. DO NOT seal all the way as the jar might explode in the freezer.
- Place in freezer until needed.
Ice Cube Trays Freezing Method
- Pour your starter or discard into the ice cube trays
- Cover the trays with plastic wrap and place the trays into your freezer overnight.
- The next day, take the frozen starter cubes and place them in a freezer container. Place in the freezer until needed.
Ziplock Bag or Freezer Bag Method
- Scoop one cup of sourdough starter into the Ziplock bag.
- Place the bag flat on a table while the bag is 90% closed. Squeeze the air out of the bag and make sure the sourdough starter or discard fills the entire bag.
- Place the bag in the freezer and freeze while it is flat.