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.