These easy sourdough discard waffles is perfect for a slow weekend breakfast for the family. It is also a wonderful way to use up extra sourdough discard you may have on hand.

A Personal Note

Weekend mornings at home with family have a certain magic to them. I love taking my time to prepare a leisurely breakfast—whether it’s sourdough discard pancakes, eggs and toast, or these delicious sourdough discard waffles.

I encourage you to do the same. Enjoy those little moments and have a slow morning while the family wakes up.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Easy to Make: With simple pantry staples and minimal prep time, you can whip up these waffles in just minutes. Perfect for a relaxed weekend breakfast or a quick treat anytime.
  • Homemade Goodness: There’s nothing better than the smell of fresh waffles cooking on a weekend morning. This recipe gives that comforting homemade taste, making every bite feel special with the family.
  • Customizable: Add-ins like chocolate chips, fresh fruit, or spices (think cinnamon or nutmeg) can elevate the flavor even more.
  • Sourdough Discard Friendly: Using sourdough discard gives these waffles a subtle tang and helps reduce waste, making it a sustainable and delicious way to enjoy your sourdough starter.

Recipe Tips

Avoid overmixing: Overmixing can lead to tough waffles. Mix the batter until just combined.

Crispier waffles: If you prefer crispier waffles, let them rest on a wire rack instead of stacking them, which can trap steam.

Keep them warm: Place cooked waffles in a 200°F oven to stay warm while you make the remaining batch.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls: One large and one medium bowl for mixing the wet and dry ingredients separately.
  • Whisk: To combine ingredients smoothly and evenly.
  • Spatula: For folding the batter gently and scraping the sides of the bowl.
  • Measuring cups and spoons: For accurately measuring ingredients.
  • Waffle iron: To cook the waffles to golden perfection.
  • Non-stick spray or pastry brush: For greasing the waffle iron to prevent sticking.
  • Wire rack: To keep the waffles crisp while cooking the rest of the batch.

Ingredients

  • Eggs: Provides structure and richness to the batter
  • Baking powder: Helps the waffles rise and become fluffy
  • Flour: all-purpose flour
  • Salt
  • Sugar: granulated sugar adds a touch of sweetness
  • Vanilla extract
  • Butter: melted
  • Whole milk: Ensures the batter is the right consistency
  • Sourdough discard: Also known as sourdough starter, which adds tanginess and helps reduce food waste

How to Make Sourdough Discard Waffles

Preheat the waffle iron: Heat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it’s ready when the batter is prepared.

Whisk the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk until evenly combined.

Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, melted butter, and milk until smooth. Stir in the sourdough discard, mixing until fully incorporated.

Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a whisk or spatula to mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are okay.

Prepare the waffle iron: Lightly grease the waffle iron with non-stick spray or a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.

Cook the waffles: Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron, spreading it evenly but avoiding overflow. Close the waffle iron and cook according to its instructions (usually 4-5 minutes) until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.

Serve immediately: Remove the waffles and serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

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Easy Sourdough Discard Waffles

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These easy sourdough discard waffles is perfect for a slow weekend breakfast for the family. It is also a wonderful way to use up extra sourdough discard you may have on hand.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings4 waffles

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Waffle iron
  • Non-stick spray or pastry brush
  • Wire rack

Ingredients  

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 cup sourdough discard

Instructions 

  1. Preheat the waffle iron: Heat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions so it's ready when the batter is prepared.
  2. Whisk the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk until evenly combined.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, melted butter, and milk until smooth. Stir in the sourdough discard, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a whisk or spatula to mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are okay.
  5. Prepare the waffle iron: Lightly grease the waffle iron with non-stick spray or a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.
  6. Cook the waffles: Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron, spreading it evenly but avoiding overflow. Close the waffle iron and cook according to its instructions (usually 4-5 minutes) until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
  7. Serve immediately: Remove the waffles and serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Avoid overmixing: Overmixing can lead to tough waffles. Mix the batter until just combined.
  • Crispier waffles: If you prefer crispier waffles, let them rest on a wire rack instead of stacking them, which can trap steam.
  • Keep them warm: Place cooked waffles in a 200°F oven to stay warm while you make the remaining batch.

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