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Easy Sourdough Discard Brownies

Rich and fudgy brownies made with sourdough discard.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the chocolate blend:

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup cocoa powder

For the wet ingredients:

  • ½ cup sourdough starter discard
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 large eggs

For the dry ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and fully melted. Let cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs, egg yolk, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 7–10 minutes until light and creamy.
  • Add sourdough discard and the cooled chocolate mixture. Mix on low speed until combined.
  • Gently fold in flour and salt until just incorporated. The batter will be thick.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake Easy Sourdough Discard Brownies for 35–40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted shows moist crumbs.
  • Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
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Notes

  • You can substitute dark chocolate for a richer taste