--- product_id: 528863330 title: "Bakerdale Dehydrated Spelt Sourdough Starter Culture – Wild Yeast, Ancient Grain, Non-GMO | Easy Activation, Beginner Friendly | Artisan Bread Starter" brand: "bakerdale" price: "R412" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Bakerdale" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/528863330-bakerdale-dehydrated-spelt-sourdough-starter-culture-wild-yeast-ancient-grain store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 24-48h easy activation 100% ancient spelt grain Non-GMO, pure wild yeast Bakerdale Dehydrated Spelt Sourdough Starter Culture – Wild Yeast, Ancient Grain, Non-GMO | Easy Activation, Beginner Friendly | Artisan Bread Starter **Brand:** bakerdale **Price:** R412 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Wake up your wild yeast and bake like a pro—artisan sourdough starts here! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bakerdale Dehydrated Spelt Sourdough Starter Culture – Wild Yeast, Ancient Grain, Non-GMO | Easy Activation, Beginner Friendly | Artisan Bread Starter by bakerdale - **How much does it cost?** R412 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/528863330-bakerdale-dehydrated-spelt-sourdough-starter-culture-wild-yeast-ancient-grain) ## Best For - bakerdale enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bakerdale brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Pure & Clean Culture:** Zero additives, preservatives, or commercial yeast—just authentic wild yeast ready to ferment. - • **Effortless Activation:** Beginner-friendly rehydration gets your starter bubbling in just 1-2 days—no baking degree required. - • **Ancient Grain Powerhouse:** Harness the nutty richness of heirloom spelt for deeply flavorful, easy-to-digest sourdough. - • **Versatile Artisan Baking:** From boules to pizza dough, pancakes to flatbreads—one starter, endless gourmet possibilities. - • **Shelf-Stable & Sustainable:** Dehydrated for long shelf life; maintain your living culture indefinitely and bake forever. ## Overview Bakerdale’s Dehydrated Spelt Sourdough Starter Culture is a non-GMO, additive-free wild yeast culture made from 100% ancient spelt grain. Designed for beginners and experts alike, it activates in 24-48 hours and offers a versatile base for artisan breads and more. Its dehydrated form ensures long shelf life and sustainable use, delivering authentic sourdough flavor and digestibility straight from your kitchen. ## Description Real Sourdough Starts Here. Bakerdale's Dehydrated Spelt Sourdough Starter Culture brings the tradition of wild yeast fermentation into your home kitchen. Crafted from 100% natural spelt — an ancient grain known for its depth of flavor and gentle digestibility — this starter culture delivers the complex, tangy character that only real sourdough can offer. Unlike commercial yeast packets that produce a uniform, predictable rise, a living sourdough culture develops over time, building flavor with every bake. Our dehydrated format locks in that living culture at peak activity, so when you rehydrate it, you're waking up something real — not reconstituting a shortcut. Why Spelt? Spelt is one of the oldest cultivated grains in the world. Its natural fermentability makes it an ideal base for sourdough culture, and many bakers find spelt-based starters activate faster and more vigorously than wheat-based alternatives. What You Can Make: Artisan sourdough boules, sandwich loaves, spelt pizza dough, flatbreads, sourdough pancakes, crackers, and more. How to Get Started: Add water, wait 24–48 hours, and watch your culture come to life. Detailed activation instructions are included. Once established, your starter is yours to maintain indefinitely. Feed it, name it, and bake with it for years. Non-GMO. No preservatives. No fillers. Just culture. ## Features - ANCIENT GRAIN WILD YEAST CULTURE – Made from 100% natural spelt, an heirloom ancient grain prized for its rich, nutty flavor and easy digestibility. No commercial yeast, no additives, just pure living culture the way sourdough was meant to be. - BEGINNER FRIENDLY, EXPERT APPROVED – Simply rehydrate and activate in 24–48 hours. No prior sourdough experience needed. Comes with clear activation instructions so you can go from packet to bubbling starter with confidence. - NON-GMO, CLEAN INGREDIENT STARTER – Our dehydrated spelt sourdough culture contains zero fillers, preservatives, or artificial additives. What you get is exactly what you need: a living culture ready to leaven your bread naturally. - BAKE MORE THAN BREAD – Use your starter to make sourdough boules, sandwich loaves, spelt flatbreads, pizza dough, pancakes, waffles, and more. One culture, endless possibilities for your home kitchen. - LONG SHELF LIFE, LASTING VALUE – Dehydrated format means your starter stays dormant and shelf-stable until you're ready to use it. Once activated, maintain it indefinitely. A single packet is all you need to bake sourdough for life. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0C111533M | | Age Range Description | 13+ | | Best Sellers Rank | #117,291 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #134 in Sourdough Starters | | Brand | Bakerdale | | Brand Name | Bakerdale | | Coin Variety 1 | Spelt | | Container Type | Bag | | Cuisine | American, European | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 18 Reviews | | Item Form | pack | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Package Weight | 0.02 kg | | Item Weight | 10 g | | Manufacturer | Bleteleh | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Serving Range | 1-2 servings | | Set Name | Bakerdale Sourdough Starter, Small | | Size | 0.35 Ounce (Pack of 1) | | Specialty | Natural | | UPC | 850007527471 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bakerdale - **Item Package Quantity:** 1 - **Item Weight:** 10 Grams - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Serving Range:** 1-2 servings ## Images ![Bakerdale Dehydrated Spelt Sourdough Starter Culture – Wild Yeast, Ancient Grain, Non-GMO | Easy Activation, Beginner Friendly | Artisan Bread Starter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mXlfndYtL.jpg) ## Frequently Bought Together - Bakerdale Dehydrated Organic Spelt Sourdough Starter Culture - One Degree Organics Organic Sprouted Spelt Flour, 32 oz - Great River Milling Organic Spelt Flour | Stone Ground, Unbleached, Unbromated, Non-GMO, Kosher | High Fiber, Protein, Low Gluten, Healthy Gut | 1:1 All-Purpose Flour Substitute | 1.5 Lb (Pack of 4) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/528863330-bakerdale-dehydrated-spelt-sourdough-starter-culture-wild-yeast-ancient-grain](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/528863330-bakerdale-dehydrated-spelt-sourdough-starter-culture-wild-yeast-ancient-grain) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-11-07*