Title: Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Muffins
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yields: 12 muffins
Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed and at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, and whisk until well combined.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Mix the Batter:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fill the Muffin Tin:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top of each muffin.
7. Bake the Muffins:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Serve:
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature. These muffins are great with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutritional Information (per muffin):
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 9g
- Sugar: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
These Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Muffins are a perfect way to use up your sourdough discard. They’re light, fluffy, and filled with cozy cinnamon flavor, making them an ideal treat for breakfast or a snack!