Introduction
Hello sourdough lover I recently baked this sourdough discard scone and they turned so fluffy, buttery, and tangy, if you are looking for a way to use up sourdough discard, believe me, this recipe will help you to reduce the waste of sourdough, these scones are great breakfast or even afternoon snacks with tea or coffee, you can make them more delicious by topping them with fruits and nuts or enjoy them the plain-either way they are delicious
What is sourdough discard??
Sourdough discard is the portion of your sourdough starter that is removed before feeding it fresh flour and water. While the discard cannot serve as the only leavening agent for bread due to its lack of strength, it does provide a tangy flavor that can enhance various baked goods. Using sourdough discard in sourdough discard scone is an excellent way to reduce food waste and create a tasty, textured brownies
Why you will love this recipe
- Quick and easy to make that is best for beginners
- Reduce waste: Instead of throwing away sourdough starters you can make these tasty scones which can also reduce your kitchen waste, but believe me these scones are better and delicious than the ones bought from the store so don’t think about the result trust the process.
- Improve Texture: The acidity in the sourdough discard helps create a soft texture, making your sourdough scone more delicious and softer.
Equipment
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Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups + 2 teaspoons (250 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) fine sea salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 stick (113 g) unsalted butter (frozen or very cold)
- 1 cup (180 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (125 g) sourdough starter discard
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons (10 g) vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) heavy cream
Instruction
- First of all, you need to take a medium-sized bowl and whisk the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder together, use a cheese grater to grate the butter into the bowl, and mix the butter with the flour with a fork to coat, and separate the pieces of butter, then you’ll need to cut the butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture comes out together, then add chocolate chips to the mixture and combined it well.
- Then take another bowl and whisk the starter, egg, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth then pour in the dry ingredients and use a fork to mix it well, the dough will look crumbly.
- Shift the dough onto a clean surface and use your hands to shape the dough into an 8-disc shape.
- Cut the dough into like 8 pieces using a bench scraper or you can just use a knife then arrange the wedges onto a parchment-lined baking sheet here is the important step you need to place the baking sheet in the fridge to chill for 30 minutes
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 400 F brush the top of the scones with heavy cream and sprinkle with sugar, and just bake for 20-30 minutes until the sourdough discarded scones are golden brown then simply remove and serve
Why use sourdough discard in sourdough discard scone ??
- Reduce waste: We all know that Making sourdough discard scones with sourdough discard can reduce waste and it will help to use up leftover starters instead of throwing away you can make some delicious dishes like sourdough discard cookies or sourdough discard brownies and more you can check out on dough delish.
- Unique Flavor: The sourdough discard adds a little tang to the sourdough discard scone, it will enhance the flavor of the scone and make it more delicious
- Easy: sourdough discard scone is one of the easiest scones to make and it can be topped with different variety of chocolate like white chocolate chips and classic chocolate chips..
Nutritional information
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
HelpFull Tips
- Don’t overmix: you need to mix it until it looks smooth don’t overmix it because I can make the dough tense and tough scones, you just need to mix it until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Watch The Baking Time: Every oven is different so keep an eye on your sourdough discard scones and then take them out when you see the edges becoming golden but the center needs to look soft.
- Rest for the best Flavors: let the dough rest overnight in the fridge because it will enhance the flavor of the scones, did you know resting the dough can make the flour fully hydrate, which can make more tender and softer scones and also helps the scones from spreading too much during baking.
How to store
- Room Temperature: If you want to store sourdough discard the scone so you can store it in an airtight container at room temperature for like up to 2 days,
- Freezing: To freeze, wrap the sourdough discard scone in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container you can freeze sourdough discard scone for like up to 2-3 months
Facts
- Health Benefits: The natural probiotics in sourdough discarded from fermentation can help improve gut health. Furthermore, incorporating sourdough into scones can enhance the absorption of nutrients from the flour, which also helps with digestion.
- Quick and Easy: unlike bread, this sourdough discard scone recipe doesn’t require any rising time, making it so quick and easy way to make it has also so many benefits which are discussed in the upper point..
- Texture Perfection: A sourdough discard scone made with discarded sourdough starter is famous for its light, fluffy consistency, paired with a crunchy, golden-brown crust. The removal contributes to achieving the ideal combination of airiness and elasticity, rendering it irresistible.
FAQs
Can I use active sourdough starter instead of discard?
Yes, but the sourdough discard adds a subtle tang that pairs well with scones
Why are my scones tough?
Overmixing the dough can result in tough scones. Mix just until the ingredients come together for the best texture.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes! You can make the dough and refrigerate it overnight before baking the next day.
Conclusion
Sourdough discard scones are a delicious and easy way to use up your leftover sourdough starter. With a buttery, flaky texture and just a hint of tang from the discard, these scones are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Whether you prefer them sweet with fruit or savory with cheese, this recipe is versatile enough to suit all tastes. Enjoy!
