Description
Delicious and easy-to-make sourdough discard waffles that transform leftover sourdough starter into a crispy, golden breakfast treat. These waffles are fluffy on the inside with a slight tang from the sourdough, perfect for a comforting morning meal topped with fresh fruits, syrup, and your favorite extras.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a sweeter waffle)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed or fed)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
Toppings (optional)
- Fresh fruits (berries, bananas, etc.)
- Maple syrup or honey
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it is hot and ready to cook the waffles evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined to help the waffles rise and maintain balance in flavors.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, egg, milk, and melted butter or oil until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the waffles tough.
- Prepare Waffle Iron: Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking and help create a crispy crust.
- Cook Waffles: Pour a suitable amount of batter onto the waffle iron (amount will depend on your waffle maker’s size). Close the lid and cook for 4–5 minutes or until waffles are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Serve: Carefully remove the waffles from the iron and serve immediately for the best texture and warmth.
- Add Toppings: Top with fresh fruits, maple syrup or honey, whipped cream, chocolate chips, or nuts as desired to enhance the flavor and presentation of your waffles.
Notes
- You can use unfed or fed sourdough discard as per availability.
- Adjust sugar amount or omit based on your sweetness preference.
- For dairy-free, substitute milk with plant-based milk and butter with oil.
- Preheating the waffle iron is crucial for crispy waffles.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy.
- Serve waffles immediately after cooking to enjoy the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sourdough discard, waffles, breakfast recipe, easy waffles, sourdough waffles
