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Homemade sourdough discard pancakes on a breakfast table.

Tasty Sourdough Discard Pancakes

Lily Hanna
Turn leftover sourdough starter into deliciously fluffy pancakes! Ready in just 20 minutes, these sourdough discard pancakes are packed with tangy flavor and easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8 pancakes
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup sourdough discard
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1/2 cup blueberries or chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

Mix Wet Ingredients:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together sourdough discard, egg, and milk until smooth.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Combine Wet and Dry:

  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined. (It's okay if the batter is slightly lumpy.)

Heat the Skillet:

  • Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.

Cook the Pancakes:

  • Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form and the edges look set (about 2-3 minutes), then flip and cook until golden on the second side.

Serve:

  • Stack pancakes, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Information :
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
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