Hi, Katie! You're looking for a consistency that's similar to pancake batter. If your starter is very thick, don't panic! (Many bakers actually prefer a "stiff" or dry starter.) Just add a bit more water until it looks right. If you're measuring your ingredients by volume, you might be getting a very stiff starter due to too much flour finding its way into your measuring cups. If so, visiting our How to Measure Flour Guide can help ensure that you only get the flour you want in your cups (and your starter) and no more. Happy baking! 

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