Why sourdough discard buns?
Advantageous
There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of serving these fluffy sourdough discard buns at the table. They require a small waving sign that says, “Yes. These were made by me. “Aren’t they delightful?”
Delicious
The sourdough discard buns are so soft and fluffy that your heart says: I loved it because of the a hint of sweetness from the sugar
Simple
Created using simple ingredients commonly found in the pantry, they are straightforward and can be prepared in a short amount of time. They are also an excellent method for utilizing leftover sourdough starter.
Table of Contents
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Measuring cups
- Bench scraper
- Stand mixer
Ingredients
- 250 g Milk
- 500 g sourdough Discard
- 50 g sugar com
- 2 Egg
- 100 g butter
- 10 g salt
- 1 Egg white
- 7 g instant Yeast
Instruction
1 Mix the warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a stand mixer bowl, blending carefully until the yeast and sugar dissolve in the milk.
2 Remove the bread from the mixer machine and place it on the surface. Ensure that your hands are wet because it can be too sticky for dry hands to work with, Divide the dough into 12 pieces. Shape each portion into a circular form or sphere by folding the dough underneath itself or placing it on the counter and pulling it towards you while maintaining tension.
3 After this, place a cover over the bowl and leave it for at least 2 to 2.5 hours in a warm place until it has doubled its size.
4 Then cover the bowl with the plastic bag and set it aside for an hour to shine, your home temperature
Also,, depend on the time it will take
5 When the dough is doubled, then take it to your kitchen counter for shaping, then divide the dough into the number of buns you want to make, I usually make 8 from this recipe,, and each bun is around 138g, if you want to make smaller buns then divide it into 12 pieces and each will be of 90g
6 So divide the sourdough into 8 perfect pieces
7 Then shape each piece of the dough into a bun , you can also pull the edges into the center to form a well-rounded dough
8 Place your dough buns into a tray and cover it with a plastic bag, then set aside for at least 30 minutes so they will be plump and well-rounded
9 Set the oven to 180C/350C
10 To make the buns More yummy brush on the buns with egg white and sprinkle
11 Bake for around 25 minutes
12 Cool on a wire rack
Bakers Timeline
Because this is a quick and short discard recipe, it can be made on the same day, Here is a little timing that can make your baking efficient and it will help you to save a lot of time so check it out
Step 1: Make the Dough [12:00 pm – 1:00 pm]
Mix your wet and dry ingredients using either a bread machine or a mixer, If you are using a stand mixer, After the dough is mixed, let rest it for at least 2 Hours, The dough will developing flavor during these 2 Hours
Step 2: Shape and Rise [2:00pm – 4:00pm]
Take all the dough from the bowl and place it to a non floured surface and divide it into 12 pieces or if you want you can also make 8 small pieces ,then shape each piece of dough into buns and also remove the air and the bubbles which has formed in the dough , then place each dough bun onto parchment paper lined cookie sheet , cover it and let this rest around 20 min
Step 3 : Bake [2:30 pm – 4:30 pm]
Before baking , Brush each of the bun top and also add some sprinkle and you can also brush with some butter , it can help you to make a good color and even baking right , Then bake for an 30 min or until it seems like brown color , Remove from the oven and place the buns outside to cool the buns about 10 minutes at least before eating
Help Full Tips
- This is a quick sourdough discard buns recipe with an start of 50-90 min rise
- If you want best result , give him a little time to be an fluffy bun like give 20-30 sec
- You can use either active sourdough starter or sourdough discard,
- 1 pure packet of Yeast is typically 21/4 teaspoon
- Its an optional , but brushing on the top of the bun with egg white or butter will make a beautifully glossy , golden texture
How to store
Keep your sourdough discard buns in an airless place or an container or a bread bag at a room temperature for at least 3 – 4 days or in the refrigerator for 7 days , You can reheat in the microwave or toaster oven to enjoy again
Conclusion
And that’s all there is to it! These light and airy sourdough discard buns are simple to prepare and make a lovely compliment to any dish. If you are experienced in baking or new to it, this recipe is a great way to utilize your excess sourdough starter and make something exceptional. Additionally, by utilizing only a small number of basic ingredients and dedicating some time, you can create homemade buns that will amaze anyone who samples them.
Don’t forget, the secret to delicious sourdough discard buns is having patience and a touch of love. Have fun while cooking and remember to share your tasty dishes with loved ones. Have a joyful baking experience!
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