Gluten-Free Bread Kit Guide

Thank you for choosing a Sourdough Mate Gluten-Free Bread Kit — we can’t wait to be part of your bread-making journey!

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

Even though we’ve kept the recipe and instructions as simple as possible, we know that starting something new — especially sourdough — can still feel overwhelming. That’s completely normal! Many new bakers face a steep learning curve at first. It’s where most people tend to give up… but with a little patience, support, and practice, you’ll get there.

✨ Be kind to yourself and don’t give up — every “failed” bake is actually a step toward mastering the craft!

We’re here to give you the best possible chance of success:

  • Join our Gluten-Free Support Group, a friendly space to connect with others on the same journey.

  • Prefer one-on-one help? Reach out anytime via the chat on our website chat 💬 — our team is always happy to help.

Quick tip: If you have a moment, check out our [Use & Care Guide] — it’s packed with helpful tips to keep your tools in top condition.

Let’s get baking — we believe in you!


LET’S BEGIN

Below are a few items you may already have in your kitchen which you’ll need to gather before we begin. 


You will need:

  • Gluten-free flours

If you’ve purchased our Complete Gluten-Free Sourdough Starter Kit, you already have everything you need to get started — no extra flour required!

If you need additional flour, you can purchase the correct gluten-free sourdough flour directly from us [here].

  • Glass jar with lid

An old jam jar that’s been thoroughly cleaned and sterilised is perfect for the job.

  • Kitchen scale
    Useful for weighing all types of ingredients - flour, water, salt. See kitchen scale. 

Our favourite way to bake bread is using the Dutch oven method. A Dutch oven creates the perfect hot and steamy environment, allowing your bread to rise, expand, and develop a beautiful crust.

For the best results, we recommend using a bread-specific pan, like our Bread Pan Dutch Oven — it's an absolute game changer!

Oven that can heat up to at least 230 degrees Celsius
Ensure your oven is able to reach a high temperature required for baking bread. 

  • Silicon Dutch Oven Bread Mat (included with GF Oven Kit)

A handy tool to safely place your dough into a hot Dutch oven — and easily remove your bread once it’s baked — while minimising the risk of burns.

Our bread sling is reusable, made from food-grade silicone, and designed to make baking safer and easier.

[Get yours here]

 

PART 1: ACTIVATE YOUR GLUTEN-FREE STARTER FLAKES 

The first step on your sourdough journey is activating your gluten-free starter flakes. This process can take up to 24 hours, so be patient — it’s worth the wait!

Follow the step-by-step instructions [here] to activate your starter.

Once your starter is active and bubbly, you’re ready to move on to Part 2 below and start making your delicious gluten-free sourdough bread.

PART 2: LET’S MAKE GLUTEN-FREE FOR SOURDOUGH BREAD

Once you have an active starter, you can begin making your first loaf of sourdough! Allow for 12 hours from start to finish. 

If using our WHITE GF FLOUR please use this white recipe.

If using our WHOLEMEAL GF FLOUR please use this wholemeal recipe.

If you’re not quite ready to make bread, you can pop the starter in the fridge in an air tight jar. It will need to be fed or used once a week to maintain a healthy starter, otherwise it will become dormant & take longer to revive. More on maintenance here.