Learn how to make these simple sourdough discard whole wheat waffles. These make just the right combination of chewy and fluffy interior and crunchy on the outside exterior. A great way to use up some of that sourdough discard.
Waffles are so simple to make and can easily be made for the masses. They are great plain, with. butter and pure maple syrup. Or poured over with homemade fruit puree and some homemade whipped cream and topped with some fresh seasonal fruit, like blueberries or strawberries.
Waffles are delicious no matter how you serve them up, but there is another way that our family loves to make this easy breakfast/brunch favorite.
It’s no surprise that we are a fan of long fermented sourdough baked goods and the benefits they offer. Especially when it comes to better absorption and digestibility!
BENEFITS OF HOMEMADE SOURDOUGH
- Because of the long fermentation process, sourdough is easier to digest.
- Sourdough is less likely to damage your gut lining and therefore is a natural choice to help support good gut health.
- Sourdough is easier to digest which makes it easier for the body to absorb and assimilate vitamins and nutrients into our system.
- Homemade sourdough is void of any artificial junk and additives.
- Sourdough keeps longer when properly stored.
- Freezes well for future consumption.
HOW SOURDOUGH IS DIFFERENT
Traditional sourdough bread is fermented for periods of 8-12 hours and in some recipes, for longer than 24 hours. The long fermentation process allows for the yeast and bacteria to have time to thoroughly digest the natural sugars and carbohydrates present in the flours. This is why some folks who have gluten issues find that they are able to tolerate sourdough without any flareups or negative issues.
NEW TO MAKING SOURDOUGH?
We have a growing recipe box list from our family’s favorite simple sourdough recipes here.
Learn how two make your own wild yeast sourdough starter, how to care for your sourdough starter, and how easy it is to incorporate these fresh sourdough recipes into your weekly meal planning schedule that your family will love.
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
- Waffle maker (we have this one and recently added this cast iron one here)
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Large mixing bowl
- Silicone spatula (or wooden spoon)
INGREDIENTS YOU WILL NEED
- 3C sourdough discard
- 2 medium to large pasture raised eggs
- 2T coconut oil (melted)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (we use pink Himalayan or Redmond’s Real Salt)
- 1 tsp organic cinnamon powder
- 1-2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda (last)
TIPS FOR MAKING SOURDOUGH WHEAT WAFFLES
- Add baking soda just prior to cooking batter in waffle maker. It will react with the sourdough and act as a rising agent and bubble up.
- Make sure to mix batter well, to avoid clumps of baking soda.
DOCTOR UP THESE SIMPLE SOURDOUGH WAFFLES WITH TOPPINGS LIKE
- Blueberry syrup
- Strawberry syrup
- Whipped cream
- Mixed berry syrup
- Pure maple syrup
- Homemade yogurt
Simple Sourdough Discard Whole Wheat Waffles
These sourdough whole wheat waffles are an excellent way to use up discard. Simple to make, with classic whole wheat waffle flavor.
Ingredients
- 3c sourdough discard (starter)
- 2 medium sized eggs (pasture raised)
- 2T coconut oil (melted)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (we use pink Himalayan)
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 3T pure maple syrup
- 1-2 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp baking soda (add last)
Instructions
- Place sourdough discard in a large mixing bowl.
- Melt coconut oil in a cast iron or stainless steel pan. Set aside.
- Crack two eggs into the mixing bowl.
- Add cinnamon, maple syrup, and vanilla to the bowl and mix well.
- Slowly pour melted coconut oil into the bowl and mix untill well combined.
- Pre-heat waffle maker to desired temperature.
- Lastly, add baking soda to the mixing bowl and mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Notes
- We feed our sourdough starter with freshly milled hard red wheat berries.
- Depending on what flour you feed your starter, will dictate what kind of waffle you end up with.
- Add baking soda just prior to cooking batter in waffle maker. It will react with the sourdough and act as a rising agent and bubble up.
- Make sure to mix batter well, to avoid clumps of baking soda.
If you give this recipe a try and love it like we do, I would so appreciate a positive review and for you to share it with your family and friends.
PIN IT FOR LATER:
These waffles are so easy to whip up for a special occasion breakfast or for an easy no-mess-on-the-go breakfast for those days, you may be short on time for a sit down morning meal. They also keep well in the freezer.
Hope you will give them a try!
MORE SOURDOUGH BREAKFAST RECIPE INSPIRATION
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BLUEBERRY SOURDOUGH FRENCH TOAST
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SOURDOUGH DUTCH BABY PANCAKES
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SIMPLE OVERNIGHT “NO BOIL” SOURDOUGH BAGELS
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SIMPLE SOURDOUGH ENGLISH MUFFINS
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