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Fluffy Sourdough Discard Pancakes Easy Homemade Recipe with Maple Syrup

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These fluffy sourdough discard pancakes offer a tender crumb with a subtle tang, perfect for a comforting weekend brunch. Made with simple pantry ingredients and served with pure maple syrup, they are quick, easy, and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) sourdough discard, room temperature
  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp (4 g) baking powder
  • ½ tsp (2 g) baking soda
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp (3 g) salt
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • Pure maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the sourdough discard, milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined; small lumps are okay. Do not overmix.
  4. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the baking soda and sourdough to react and create bubbles.
  5. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium to medium-low heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
  6. Using a ladle or ¼ cup measure, pour batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning.
  8. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (around 200°F / 93°C) while finishing the batch.
  9. Serve hot with a generous drizzle of pure maple syrup.

Notes

Letting the batter rest allows natural fermentation to activate, resulting in lighter pancakes. Avoid overmixing to keep pancakes tender. Adjust heat to prevent burning or undercooking. Batter can be refrigerated overnight; bring to room temperature and add a splash of milk before cooking.

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