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Sourdough Sidekick Launches to Automate Starter Management for Home Bakers
Key points
- Automates sourdough starter feeding
- Priced at $179.99 and US-only
- Best for bakers who bake multiple loaves weekly
Product Overview
The Sourdough Sidekick is a new kitchen gadget designed to automate sourdough starter management. It is developed in partnership between FirstBuild and King Arthur Baking Company, aimed at simplifying the process of preparing sourdough bread, a traditionally hands-on task.
How It Works
Users add a small amount of existing starter, along with flour and water to the device's dispensers. By selecting a baking schedule, the Sidekick offers a drip-feed of ingredients based on local temperature, optimizing the starter's activity for when it is needed.
Target Audience and Usage
The product is primarily aimed at home bakers who make sourdough on a regular basis, ideally about twice a week. If used less frequently, users may not justify the cost and space required for the gadget.
Considerations and Availability
The Sourdough Sidekick retails for $179.99 and is available for purchase in the US. While convenient, it faces some usability challenges, including design quirks and a noisy operation. Core parts are not dishwasher-safe, requiring manual cleaning.
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Reporting from
The Sourdough Sidekick automates sourdough starter management, allowing bakers to schedule feedings. Priced at $179.99, it simplifies the process for those who bake frequently while introducing some design challenges.