The Science of Scoring Scoring your loaf before baking is not just for aesthetics; it helps control the expansion of the bread while it bakes. Use a lame or sharp knife to create shallow cuts on the dough’s surface, ensuring you score at the right angle and depth. This technique allows steam to escape and helps create a beautiful crust while also preventing the loaf from bursting unexpectedly. Experiment with different designs to add a personal touch to your home-baked bread. #sourdough #sourdou

Scoring dough in the middle of a bake? 🔪 I feel like this works best when doing sourdough designs before baking (no expansion score), baking for 6-7 minutes, then doing a big expansion score down the middle... #sourdough #scoring #bread #tastelessbaker #aussie | Tasteless Baker