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Classic Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Cookies


  • Author: sarah
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Warm, chewy chocolate chip cookies made with sourdough discard for a unique twist.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Stir in the sourdough discard.
  5. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Add the dry mix to the wet mix and stir until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  8. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet with space between.
  9. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving to a wire rack.

Notes

For a healthier twist, consider adding oats or swapping half the butter for applesauce. Add cinnamon and nutmeg for a spiced variant.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: sourdough, chocolate chip cookies, baking, dessert, easy recipe