Gluten-Free Sourdough Kit Guide | Sourdough Mate Australia

Whether you scanned our QR code from a Gluten-Free Sourdough Kit or found us while hunting down the perfect homemade gluten-free sourdough recipe — you're in the right place. So glad you're here!

Before you begin, we recommend reading and watching all the video instructions from start to finish. It’s the best way to feel prepared and confident before diving in.

Our sourdough kits are designed to be simple, easy to follow, and backed by ongoing one-on-one chat support every step of the way.

We've intentionally left out variations to keep things clear and focused. Because when it comes to sourdough, practice and repetition are your greatest teachers — and we think you'll surprise yourself with how quickly you progress.

Be kind to yourself and don’t give up — every “failed” bake is a step towards mastering the craft.

Ways To Get Supported

We’re here to give you the best possible chance of success. Here are three ways to get support during your journey with us:

One-On-One Support (Website Chat)

Our team (Anh or Andy) are available Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, ready to answer your questions via the chat on our website 💬 

Frequently Asked Questions and Knowledge Base Area

Skill up and find answers to some common questions.

Join a Gluten-Free Community Group

Join the Gluten-Free Sourdough Community Group and connect with fellow bakers who get and share the journey. Share your wins, laugh off your fails, and learn from each other along the way. This is a public group and we just ask that you keep it kind, helpful, safe and free of self-promotion.

Let's Start!

Below are a few tools you’ll need to gather before we get started — some you might already have in your kitchen, and others may have come in your Sourdough Mate kit.

What you will need: 

An active gluten-free starter (included in kit)

The first step on your sourdough journey is activating your dried starter flakes, bringing them to life so they’re ready to bake delicious, gluten-free bread. 

Gluten-free bread flour (included in kit)

We don’t recommend substituting supermarket gluten free flour as we have found it does not work with sourdough recipes. 

If you need to top up your gluten-free flour you can do it here.

Half moon bowl scraper (included in kit)

Useful for moving and tidying up dough on benches and inside bowls.

Danish dough whisk (included in kit)

Used to help mix dough, its spiral shape cuts through thick, sticky mixtures much more easily than a spoon or spatula — without overworking the dough or making a mess.

If using a KitchenAid with a dough hook, you won't need this tool. But don't over do it!

Silicon bread sling (included in Oven Kit)

Replaces your baking paper and is reusable, helps you safely lower your shaped dough into a hot Dutch oven — and lift it out again — without burning your hands or deflating your loaf. Purchase one here.

Small jar with lid 

An old jam jar that has been cleaned and sterilised works well. Or you can purchase our beautifully crafted Sourdough Mate Jars here.

Kitchen scale

Useful for weighing all types of ingredients - flour, water, salt. Worth the investment, try our rechargeable kitchen scale. 

Large mixing bowl

Home Oven

Make sure your oven can reach a high temperature of at least 230–250°C, as this is essential for baking bread.

Fermentation Box or Starter Warmer Pad

Not essential during the warmer months, but when winter arrives, a warming pad or heating box can make a huge difference.

Keeping your starter and dough fermenting at a consistent temperature of around 28°C helps promote stronger activity, healthier fermentation and more reliable results.

If you bake through winter or live in one of Australia's cooler regions, this may just become your go-to sourdough tool ❤️

A steady, gentle warmth means lively bubbles, predictable rises and less guesswork — no matter what your kitchen is doing.

Grab winter fermentation tools today and enjoy more consistent sourdough all year round.

Part 1: Let's activate your gluten-free starter flakes 

Activating your starter flakes is the first step. Allow for 24 hours before an active starter is achieved. Follow the instructions to activate here. 

Once your starter is active you may proceed to Part 2 (below) to begin making your sourdough bread. 

Part 2: Start making your sourdough bread

Your starter must be active and bubbly before commencing this process. Please allow for 12 hours from start to finish. 

We recommend only using the White Gluten-Free Sourdough Bread Flour or the Wholemeal Gluten-Free Sourdough Bread Flour as they are specifically formulated to give you reliable results for making sourdough. This is due to its high protein which helps improve structure, rise and overall texture. Most other gluten-free flours simply aren’t designed for sourdough baking — which is why so many people struggle with flat, dense loaves.

Recipes to try:

White Gluten-Free Sourdough

Wholemeal Gluten-Free Sourdough

Not ready to bake?

If your starter is active but you’re not ready to bake, simply refrigerate it. When you’re ready, bring it back to room temperature, feed it, and wait until it’s bubbly again before using.

Useful links:

More gluten-free recipes

Gluten-free frequently asked questions

Gluten-free starter maintenance

Gluten-free sourdough kits