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Delicious Sourdough Discard Cookies

These Delicious Sourdough Discard Cookies combine a rich, chewy texture with the complex flavors of sourdough, offering a delightful treat that minimizes waste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Basic Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 200g
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 100g
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 226g
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed) 240g
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (halal)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 250g
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or your favorite mix-ins (nuts, dried fruit, etc., 170g)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in the egg, then add the sourdough starter and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips or any additional mix-ins you desire.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the center appears slightly underbaked.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For freezing, place cooled cookies in a zip-top freezer bag; they’ll last up to three months in the freezer. Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-10 minutes to maintain freshness.