Sourdough discard recipes are a great way to utilize the excess starter that accumulates during the feeding process. Here are some easy recipes you can try:
- Sourdough Discard Pancakes:
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Pinch of salt
- Instructions:
- In a bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add milk and melted butter. Mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
- Ingredients:
- Sourdough Discard Waffles:
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup milk
- Instructions:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in the melted butter and milk.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease if necessary.
- Pour enough batter onto the waffle iron to cover the grid surface.
- Cook according to the waffle iron instructions or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.
- Ingredients:
- Sourdough Discard Crackers:
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried herbs, grated cheese
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the sourdough discard, flour, olive oil, and salt until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions for easier handling.
- Roll out each portion of dough on a lightly floured surface until very thin, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough to the prepared baking sheet.
- Optionally, sprinkle your choice of toppings over the dough and gently press them in.
- Using a pizza cutter or knife, score the dough into desired cracker shapes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown and crisp.
- Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking them apart along the scored lines.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Ingredients:
These recipes are simple and delicious ways to use up your sourdough discard without letting it go to waste. Enjoy experimenting with different flavors and toppings!