Sourdough Brownies Recipe | Quick & Easy Chocolate Brownies with Sourdough Discard

If you’re looking for a simple, delicious way to use up your sourdough discard, these sourdough brownies are exactly what you need. Rich, fudgy, and incredibly easy to make. This recipe takes just about an hour from start to finish. Making it perfect for busy days when you want a homemade treat without a lot of fuss.

The addition of sourdough discard adds a subtle depth of flavor and a wonderful moist texture to the brownies. This recipe is a great example of how sourdough baking can extend beyond bread and rolls into delicious desserts you’ll want to make again and again.

With just a handful of simple ingredients like cocoa powder, sugar, eggs, and butter, these brownies come together quickly and bake up with a tender crumb and a rich chocolate punch. They’re perfect served warm straight from the oven or cooled to room temperature and sliced for snack time or dessert.

For those who love baking with sourdough discard, be sure to explore other recipes on the blog like my Sourdough Sandwich Rolls and Easy No-Knead Sourdough Sandwich Bread for more delicious ideas.

The natural fermentation in sourdough helps improve the texture and moisture of baked goods, resulting in fudgier, more tender brownies. Plus, the fermentation process can enhance nutrient availability and digestibility, making your treats a bit easier on the stomach compared to traditional recipes. If you want to dive deeper into the science behind how sourdough discard affects baking, check out this insightful King Arthur Baking article on sourdough discard, and for more on the nutritional perks of sourdough, Healthline’s guide to sourdough benefits is a fantastic resource.

Sourdough Brownies Recipe | Quick & Easy Chocolate Brownies with Sourdough Discard

Make these quick and easy sourdough brownies using sourdough discard. Rich, fudgy, and perfectly chocolatey brownies ready in just one hour—no waste, all flavor!

Author: Emily

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Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 25 mins Rest Time 10 mins Total Time 45 mins Difficulty: Beginner Cooking Temp: 350  F Servings: 8

Ingredients

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• ¹⁄₂ cup melted butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• ¹⁄₄ cup sourdough discard
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ¹⁄₃ cup cocoa powder
• ¹⁄₂ cup all-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ tsp baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ tsp salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together until smooth and combined.
3. Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined 8x8 inch baking pan.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Let cool slightly, then serve immediately or at room temperature.

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