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Sourdough Discard Brownies

A close-up of a fudgy sourdough discard brownie slice on a white plate, showing its rich chocolate texture.
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Use your sourdough discard to make ultra-fudgy brownies with a shiny crust. This recipe is simple and perfect for zero-waste baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120g) sourdough discard, unfed
  • 1/2 cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and brown sugar.
  3. Pour in the melted butter and whisk until combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the sourdough discard and whisk until smooth.
  6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  7. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Gently fold in the flour until no streaks remain.
  9. If using, stir in the chocolate chips.
  10. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. For gooier centers, err on the shorter side of the baking time.
  12. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares.
  13. For deeper flavor, you can cover the brownies and let them rest in the refrigerator overnight before cutting.

Notes

  • For a richer chocolate flavor, use a mix of cocoa powder and melted unsweetened chocolate.
  • To achieve a shiny crust, ensure you don’t overmix the batter and avoid overbaking.
  • This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sourdough starter.
  • Consider this recipe as a pantry dessert option.

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