04/09/2026
If you’ve ever wondered why bakery sourdough has a beautifully blistered crust, a light open crumb, and dramatic oven spring while your homemade loaf falls a little short, the answer is often surprisingly simple: steam.
Steam is one of the most important—and most misunderstood—elements of bread baking. Professional bakeries use sophisticated steam injection systems to create the perfect baking environment. Home bakers, however, have developed several clever techniques to achieve similar results.
But which method actually works best?
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