Grant Bakes

Grant Bakes

@grantbakes

Sourdough doesn't have to be complicated. I'm Grant - The guy behind Grant Bakes. I made my first sourdough starter in September of 2019, and I've been baking all kinds of bread, sourdough, and pizza ever since. On my website and YouTube channel, I share straight-forward, no-nonsense recipes and videos that help you make better bread, sourdough, and pizza at home. Thanks for stopping by!

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I Tested 3 of the Internet's CRAZIEST Summer Sourdough Recipes
YouTubeAug 29, 2026
How I Add Things to My Sourdough Bread (Fruit, Cheese, Nuts, Seeds)
YouTubeAug 1, 2026
5 Sourdough Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
YouTubeJun 13, 2026
How I'd Make Sourdough If I Could Start Over (For Beginners)
YouTubeMay 9, 2026
The 9-to-5 Sourdough: No-knead sourdough for people who work all day.
YouTubeApr 25, 2026
Same-Day Sourdough (Unfed starter to baked bread in 12 hours)
YouTubeFeb 25, 2026
No-Fail Sourdough Starter Tutorial (Proven 3-Phase System)
YouTubeJan 24, 2026
Sourdough doesn’t have to be complicated.
YouTubeJan 15, 2026
Learn to make sourdough in 2026 instead…
YouTubeJan 12, 2026
Finally Get a Sourdough EAR (6 Tips for Shaping, Scoring, and Baking)
YouTubeJan 10, 2026
Sourdough Discard Waffles
YouTubeDec 31, 2025
Christmas STOLLEN, but sourdough (Sourdough Stollen)
YouTubeDec 24, 2025
Rosemary and Sea Salt Sourdough Bagels
YouTubeDec 12, 2025
Sourdough Deli Rye Bread
YouTubeDec 10, 2025
Sourdough Nutella Babka
YouTubeDec 2, 2025
Sourdough Focaccia | Grant Bakes
YouTubeNov 21, 2025
Sourdough Conchas with Brioche Dough #sourdoughconchas
YouTubeNov 14, 2025
Sourdough Brioche
YouTubeNov 12, 2025
Sourdough Detroit-Style Pizza (Inspired by Buddy's)
YouTubeNov 1, 2025
Sourdough Apple Fritters
YouTubeOct 24, 2025
My New Favorite Sourdough Dinner Rolls
YouTubeOct 17, 2025
Sourdough Cinnamon Swirl Bread
YouTubeOct 10, 2025
Sourdough Calzone (from leftover pizza dough)
YouTubeOct 3, 2025
Sourdough New York-Style Pizza (in Your Home Oven)
YouTubeSep 25, 2025
Sourdough Baguettes
YouTubeSep 12, 2025
Probably the easiest high hydration sourdough bread (Sourdough Ciabatta)
YouTubeSep 5, 2025
Sourdough Cheese Crackers (Homemade Cheez-Its)
YouTubeAug 29, 2025
Sourdough Chicago-Style STUFFED Pizza (Like Giordano's, Nancy's, etc.)
YouTubeAug 22, 2025
Sourdough Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels (Copycat Recipe @krispypizzaa)
YouTubeAug 15, 2025
Basic High-Hydration Sourdough Bread
YouTubeAug 8, 2025
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Mastering the Puff: Why Kneading & Fermentation Rule the Crescent Roll
Techniques
Mastering the Puff: Why Kneading & Fermentation Rule the Crescent Roll

These delicious crescent rolls are more than just a recipe; they're a masterclass in dough handling, proving that a little patience and a good knead go a long way.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Listen Up, Bakers: Why Skipping the Bulk Ferment Is a Bad Idea
Techniques
Listen Up, Bakers: Why Skipping the Bulk Ferment Is a Bad Idea

We've all been tempted to cut corners, but understanding the role of bulk fermentation is key to a light, flavorful crumb. Let's talk science, mates.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Don't Fear the Air: The Science of Open Crumb in Sourdough
Science
Don't Fear the Air: The Science of Open Crumb in Sourdough

Is degassing your sourdough loaf a bad thing? We break down the science of gas retention and how shaping technique truly affects your crumb structure.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Getting the Baguette Right: Simplified Ways to Shape Sourdough Dough
Techniques
Getting the Baguette Right: Simplified Ways to Shape Sourdough Dough

Baguettes can be tricky, but knowing how to manage dough tension and understand your pre-shaping options makes all the difference. We break down four methods to get you rolling.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Deep Dish Dreams: Mastering the Flaky, Tender Sourdough Crust
Techniques
Deep Dish Dreams: Mastering the Flaky, Tender Sourdough Crust

Think pizza is just for a quick dinner? Think again. We're tackling the deep dish crust, focusing on the techniques that make it perfectly flaky without overworking the dough.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Easiest Crispy Thin-Crust Pizza, Right in Your Cast Iron Pan
Recipes
The Easiest Crispy Thin-Crust Pizza, Right in Your Cast Iron Pan

Need an easy dinner that feels gourmet? This foolproof method uses your cast iron pan to create a perfect, crispy thin-crust pizza without needing a fancy pizza stone.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Chefs
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Stop the Waste: Maintaining Your Starter with No Discard Techniques
Techniques
Stop the Waste: Maintaining Your Starter with No Discard Techniques

Feeling guilty about throwing away good starter? We're walking through how to maintain a vibrant culture using minimal waste and maximum efficiency.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Mastering the Loaf: Your Guide to Sourdough's Steady Rise
Techniques
Mastering the Loaf: Your Guide to Sourdough's Steady Rise

Sourdough seems tricky, but it's just a series of reliable steps. We're breaking down the science behind the rise, from feeding your starter to scoring that perfect crust.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
The Gentle Art of the Loaf: Almost No-Knead Sourdough for Busy Bakers
Techniques
The Gentle Art of the Loaf: Almost No-Knead Sourdough for Busy Bakers

You don't need to spend all day wrestling dough. Learn how this simple, almost no-knead technique delivers a bakery-quality loaf with minimal fuss.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Mastering the Medium: Your Guide to 75% Hydration Sourdough
Techniques
Mastering the Medium: Your Guide to 75% Hydration Sourdough

Ready to move up the hydration scale? We break down why 75% is the perfect challenge dough, and how to nail the stretch and folds.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Building Tension: Mastering the Sourdough Boule Shape
Techniques
Building Tension: Mastering the Sourdough Boule Shape

Shaping dough isn't just folding it; it's building structure. Learn the science of tension and how to achieve that perfect, strong boule every time.

Grant Bakes
Grant Bakes
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
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