Sourdough Discard Brownies Recipe
Delight in these rich and fudgy brownies made with tangy sourdough discard, blending traditional chocolate flavor with a unique twist. Perfectly moist and easy to prepare, they’re a great way to reduce waste and satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and chopped chocolate together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth; let cool slightly.
- Whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and sourdough discard in a large bowl until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour in the melted chocolate mixture and stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, sprinkle chopped nuts or chocolate chips on top before baking, or serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.