Hermann the Feeding and Care
Discover the joy of creating and nurturing your very own traditional 'Hermann the German Friendship Cake' starter with this step-by-step feeding and care recipe! This delightful culinary tradition begins with a simple mixture of plain flour, sugar, yeast, and water, transforming into a bubbling, yeast-based starter that you can cherish and share. Over the course of 10 days, you'll "feed" and stir your Hermann starter, watching it grow into a living, fragrant base for a variety of baked creations. Perfect for bread, cakes, or sharing with friends, Hermann brings a personal and heartwarming touch to your kitchen. With straightforward ingredients and an easy-to-follow schedule, this recipe lets you embrace the slow, rewarding process of fermentation while connecting with a timeless baking ritual. Keep Hermann thriving with regular care, and enjoy the endless possibilities he offers!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Plain flour
- 250 grams Sugar
- 350 ml Warm water
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 100 ml Milk
Directions
Step 1
Day 1: In a large non-metallic bowl, mix 250 grams of plain flour and 250 grams of sugar.
Step 2
Dissolve 7 grams of active dry yeast in 100 ml of warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Step 3
Add the dissolved yeast mixture and 350 ml of warm water to the flour and sugar. Stir well to form a smooth, batter-like consistency.
Step 4
Cover the bowl loosely with a clean kitchen towel or cling film and leave it at room temperature. This is now your 'Hermann' starter.
Step 5
Days 2-4: Give Hermann a stir once a day. Do not refrigerate.
Step 6
Day 5: Feed Hermann. Add 250 grams of plain flour, 250 grams of sugar, and 350 ml of warm milk to the bowl. Stir well.
Step 7
Days 6-9: Stir Hermann once a day.
Step 8
Day 10: Hermann is ready to use. Transfer one cup of the starter to separate jars if sharing with friends, and reserve a portion for future baking.
Step 9
To continue feeding Hermann: Repeat the feeding and care process every 10 days to keep him active and bubbling.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (965.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1987.1 |
| Total Fat 5.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 9.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 50.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 447.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 255.2g | |
| Protein 32.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 45.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 175.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 574.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories