Description
Rich and fudgy brownies made with sourdough starter, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. Perfect for using sourdough discard in a creative and delicious way.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sourdough starter (discard or active)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and mix with cocoa powder until smooth.
- Whisk sugars and eggs together, then combine with melted butter mixture.
- Fold in sourdough starter and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour, salt, and chocolate chips, stirring until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Notes
- For a stronger tangy flavor, use mature sourdough discard.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or reducing sugar slightly.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Sourdough Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Sourdough brownies, sourdough discard recipes, fudgy brownies