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Step 1
At this point, you might start seeing some little bubbles.
Step 2
The starter might still smell like wet flour or dough.
Step 3
Some clear liquid might form at the top.
Step 4
At this point, even more, bubbles are forming, that’s a great sign.
Step 5
The starter might start smelling sour, and that’s ok.
Step 6
Some clear surface liquid might collect at the top.
Step 7
More bubbles are forming.
Step 8
Some clear liquid might form at the top.
Step 9
Starting to smell yeasty and sour.
Step 10
If you did not use maple syrup on Day 1, your starter most likely smells sourer.
Step 11
See option to add organic grape juice, in notes below.
Step 12
More bubbles are forming.
Step 13
Some clear liquid might form at the top.
Step 14
If you added grape juice in the morning, your starter might smell less sour.
Step 15
The level of your starter should be at about half the jar.
Step 16
More bubbles are forming, or your starter might have fallen flat overnight.
Step 17
Some clear liquid (less than before) might form at the top.
Step 18
Smell a little yeasty but not too sour (adding grape juice can help to sweeten the starter and reduce sourness).
Step 19
You’re noticing larger bubbles multiplying throughout—a great sign!
Step 20
Only a little clear liquid formed at the top (for some none).
Step 21
The starter smells better and better each day. Excellent job, you’re getting there!
Step 22
Lots of bubbles throughout the starter looks fluffy and light.
Step 23
No surface liquid.
Step 24
The aroma is mild and pleasant.
Step 25
Almost ready to use.
Step 26
Bubbles are distributed throughout and looking good.
Step 27
Once uncovered, you can hear the lively bubble activity.
Step 28
The aroma is mild and pleasant.
Step 29
Almost ready to use or ready to use.
Step 30
Bubbles are looking good and appearing throughout your starter.
Step 31
Once uncovered, you can hear the lively bubble activity.
Step 32
The aroma is mild and pleasant.
Step 33
Should be ready to use.
Step 34
Bubbles are popping throughout and looking great!
Step 35
Once uncovered, you can hear the lively bubble activity.
Step 36
The aroma is mild and will keep getting better and better each time you feed your starter.
Step 37
The starter is light in texture, lively and should be ready to use.