Why did my Sourdough starter stopped rising? [duplicate]

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Ok so I started my starter (no pun intended) a few days ago. I got a recipe that said I should keep it at room temp and feed it once a day with 1/2 cup of any flour (I used whole wheat) and 1/4 cup of water. I live in a place over the sea level, near a mountain and it was a pretty warm weather when I started.

So this is what I did:

Day 1: 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup of water, got a thick consistency. Leave it on top of the fridge. Day 2: I see some bubbles on the bottom, get rid of half the mix and feed. Day 3: I see a few bubbles on the top, a lot of bubbles on the bottom and it rise a considerable amount. I get rid of half, feed and keep on with my day. Day 4: It did not rise or have as much bubbles as before. The weather changed a bit, not as hot but still warm. Still got rid of half and feed. Day 5: No change whatsoever, still some bubbles on the bottom but nothing on the top nor it rise. The weather changed, today it's cold and raining.

  • Everyday it got a vinegary smell which I read is supposed to happen.

I feel like my dough predicted the weather haha. Anyway, what should I do now? Do I keep on feeding it? How long until I know that it didn't work and should start a new one?

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Best Answer

My mom had a sour dough mixture active for years and years kept in the frig. and used on a strict weekly schedule. It would be new to me to leave it out of the frig.. Finicky perhaps until you get the feel for it. Makes good coffee cake and pancakes also.



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What happens if your starter is not doubling?

If your sourdough starter is not doubling but is at least rising, this can be an indication your ratio or temperature is not optimal for your environment. To switch up the ratio, you'll need to increase the amount of flour while keeping the water and starter the same.

Why is my sourdough starter not doubling in size?

If your starter is not doubling or growing substantially in volume between feedings, it is not strong enough to leaven dough. You can certainly try baking, but you most likely will not achieve proper fermentation.

Why did my sourdough starter stop rising?

Soft water. Soft water has fewer minerals which will increase the rate of fermentation which weakens the starter. If you do think the quality of your tap water is the cause of your sourdough starter not rising, try bottled water and see if it makes a difference.


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