Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Sugar Twists
Delight in these easy-to-make sourdough discard cinnamon sugar twists, a perfect sweet snack that uses leftover sourdough starter to create a crispy, flavorful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sourdough discard, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in milk and vanilla extract until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out into a 10×8 inch rectangle.
- Brush the dough with melted butter, then sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Twist each strip several times and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving and enjoy your cinnamon sugar twists!
Notes
For an extra touch, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk after baking for added sweetness.