Description
Quick and easy sourdough discard banana muffins are moist, flavorful, and a great way to use up extra sourdough starter. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these muffins come together in just 30 minutes. Customize with nuts, chocolate chips, or spices!
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
- 1/2 cup sourdough discard (unfed starter)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter or oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup mix-ins (chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, sourdough discard, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter (or oil), eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
Step 4: Mix the Batter
Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in mix-ins if using.
Step 5: Fill and Bake
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool and Enjoy
Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Chocolate Lovers: Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
- Nutty Muffins: Mix in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Spiced Up: Increase cinnamon to 1 1/2 teaspoons and add a pinch of nutmeg.
- Healthier Version: Use half whole wheat flour and substitute coconut sugar.
- Dairy-Free: Use coconut oil or plant-based butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sourdough discard muffins, banana muffins, quick sourdough recipe, easy breakfast muffins, sourdough baking