Fermentation Science Deep Dive
The science behind sourdough fermentation
What You'll Learn
Requirements
- Completed Sourdough Fundamentals or equivalent experience
- Basic understanding of baking terminology
- Digital kitchen scale and thermometer recommended
Who This Course Is For
- Bakers who want to go beyond recipes and understand the 'why'
- Home scientists curious about fermentation microbiology
- Anyone troubleshooting persistent sourdough issues
Free Sample Lesson
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The Microbiology of Sourdough: Yeast, Bacteria & Their World
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The Microbiology of Sourdough: Yeast, Bacteria & Their World
Elias Fournier takes you inside the microbial ecosystem of a sourdough starter โ identifying Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Lactobacillus sanfranciscensis, and the competitive dynamics that determine your starter's health and flavor profile.
Course Curriculum
6 modules โข 26 lessons โข 15 hours total
Your Instructor
Elias Fournier
Sourdough Instructor
Student Reviews
I'm a chemistry teacher and this course is legitimately rigorous. Elias Fournier doesn't dumb anything down โ she just explains it better than any textbook. My starter has never been more predictable.
The pH section changed my baking life. I bought a $15 pH meter and suddenly I could actually SEE what was happening in my starter. No more guessing.
Dense with information โ in a good way. I had to rewatch several lessons. The case studies in week 6 tie everything together beautifully. Highly recommend for serious bakers.
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This course includes:
- 15 hours on-demand video
- Downloadable resources & worksheets
- Access on mobile & desktop
- Lifetime access
- Certificate of completion
- Instructor Q&A support
Fermentation Science Deep Dive
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