Easy Sourdough Waffles Using Discard

Learn how to use your discard to make these easy sourdough waffles ready to cook in just a few minutes!

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So it is summer and while I love baking it is just too hot! Therefore I have had a lot more sourdough discard than usual. While I still mostly bake with it, like in this Sourdough Discard Cobbler recipe. I have also found a way to use a lot of it first thing in the morning.

How to make Sourdough Discard Waffles

Making Sourdough Discard Waffles is super easy and beginner-friendly. This recipe will guide you through it and you will be having these delicious waffles for breakfast in no time.

Ingredients

• 3 cups sourdough discard
• 4 eggs
• 3 tbsp maple syrup or sugar
• 6 tbsps melted butter
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp real salt (This a healthier option to regular salt.)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp baking powder

Tools

I usually do not list tools in my recipes because I use mostly everyday kitchen items. However, for this recipe, you do need a waffle maker. A simple inexpensive one like this one will do.

• Large bowl
• Wisk
• Measuring Spoons
• Measuring Cups
• Waffle Maker
• Small bowl
• Pastry brush
• Sifter

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Instructions to make Sourdough waffles using discard

To make the waffles I like to start by preheating my waffle maker. My waffle maker is just a regular inexpensive non-stick stick which is not my favorite thing to use in my kitchen but I also choose to make small changes toward a healthier lifestyle without fretting about where I am now. That being said I use melted butter on it instead of cooking spray. I do so by using a pastry brush to brush it on and it works out great!

While the waffle iron is preheating I make the batter. To make the batter I start by mixing the sourdough discard, 4 tbsp melted butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and eggs using a whisk.

Once the mixture is mixed and there are no lumps I sift the baking powder in. I mix it slowly ensuring it does not clump up. I then repeat the process with the baking soda. You will notice that once you add the baking soda your batter will become thick and bubbly. This is what you want.

Why add baking soda to the sourdough waffles?

The baking soda will react with the acidic nature of the sourdough discard. Similar to how it reacts when added to vinegar. Not only will this reaction make fluffy waffles by becoming a leavening agent but it will make them less sour. In other words, do not skip it or add only baking powder!

Once the batter is ready I pour 3/4 cup of batter over the preheated and greased waffle iron. Once I close the waffle maker steam pours out of the sides as the batter cooks. The waffle is ready when the steam slows down or completely stops. I like my waffles toasty so I usually always wait for the steam to completely stop. About 5 minutes.

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