King Arthur wants to automate your sourdough starter

Summary

• The Sourdough Sidekick is a new countertop appliance that automatically feeds a sourdough starter so it is ready to use when required.
• While baking sourdough bread may be an old technique, this new invention adds a novel twist.
• It is a collaboration between innovation hub FirstBuild and the King Arthur Baking Company.
• Sourdough Sidekick is an automated dispenser of flour and water that helps maintain a starter and removes the uncertainty around timings.
• It can be programmed to the exact hour to coincide with a baker’s requirements and takes into account the temperature of the kitchen.
• It is currently raising funds on Indiegogo, costing $129foroneor$249 for a pair, with US shipping estimated for January 2026.

By Dominic Preston

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