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Ultimate Homemade Sourdough Brownies

Ultimate Homemade Sourdough Brownies
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Experience the rich, fudgy delight of the Ultimate Homemade Sourdough Brownies, crafted from scratch by combining tangy sourdough starter with decadent chocolate for an irresistibly chewy and intensely chocolatey treat. This recipe transforms your classic brownies with added moisture and a subtle tang that perfectly complements the deep chocolate flavor, making it an ideal way to use sourdough discard and impress both sourdough enthusiasts and chocolate lovers alike.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup active sourdough starter (discard)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Mix-ins

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Pinch of cayenne or cinnamon (to taste)
  • Peanut butter dollops for swirling
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder or melted dark chocolate (to increase chocolate intensity)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to lift the brownies out easily. Measure and set aside all ingredients for a smooth baking process.
  2. Melt Butter and Combine with Cocoa: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth and fully combined, releasing a rich chocolate aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the active sourdough starter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth. The sourdough adds moisture and a gentle tang that enhances flavor.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the cooled chocolate-butter mixture into the sourdough mixture, stirring gently to blend. Then sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, folding them into the wet ingredients just until combined to keep the brownies tender.
  5. Add Mix-ins (Optional): If using chocolate chips, nuts, or other mix-ins, gently fold them into the batter now to distribute evenly.
  6. Bake to Fudgy Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to retain fudgy edges.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan. Use the parchment overhang to lift them out, cut into squares, and savor the delicious gooey, tangy chocolate experience.

Notes

  • Use an active and bubbly sourdough starter for best moisture and tang.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the brownies tender and fudgy.
  • Start checking for doneness at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  • Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and to prevent sticking.
  • Experiment with Dutch-processed cocoa powder for a smoother chocolate flavor or natural cocoa for more intensity.
  • To make vegan, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use vegan butter or coconut oil.
  • To make gluten-free, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend containing xanthan gum.
  • For extra chocolate richness, add espresso powder or melted dark chocolate to the batter.
  • Add nuts or spices for texture and warmth as desired.

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