Quick Sourdough Discard Waffles Recipe - Thyme For The Table (2024)

This Quick Sourdough Discard Waffles Recipe will transform your sourdough discard into crispy, flavorful waffles in no time! These are easy sourdough discard waffles not overnight waffles!

I grew up eating regular waffles as one of my favorite breakfast foods. When I finally got into making sourdough bread and finding ways to use my ever-growing discard I discovered my love for crispy sourdough waffles.

Waffles with sourdough discard are delicious, flavorful waffles and super easy to make! Follow the recipe and tips to make them too!

Add these waffles to the Ultimate Waffle Charcuterie Board!

Another great way to use leftover sourdough discard is in this New York style sourdough discard bagel recipe. I even have a video tutorial. Making bagels is easier than you think!

Why You’ll Love Sourdough Discard Waffles

• Using leftover sourdough starter in waffles is a great way to put your discard to good use and help reduce food waste.
• Unfed sourdough starter gives the crispy waffles a delicious flavor!
• These are quicksourdough discard waffles.The batter doesn't need an overnight rest, it is ready in just a few minutes!
• They have a very mild sourdough flavor because they are not overnight waffles.

Ingredients for Waffles Made with Sourdough Discard

To begin on your sourdough waffle journey, gather the following ingredients. Don't forget to check out the substitutions listed below!

Sourdough discard (or active starter) adds tanginess and depth of flavor to the waffles while also contributing to their leavening.

Milk provides moisture and richness to the batter, resulting in a tender texture.

Egg acts as a binding agent, contributing to the structure and texture of the waffles.

White Sugar adds sweetness to thesourdough starter discard waffles.

All-Purpose Flour provides structure and stability to the batter, ensuring thesourdough starter waffleshave the right texture.

Salt enhances the flavor of the waffles.

Baking soda acts as a leavening agent, helping the waffles rise and become fluffy.

​Melted butter enhances the flavor and richness of the homemade waffles while also contributing to their crispiness.

Substitutions

• Active Sourdough starter can replace the discard.
• Buttermilk can replace the milk. I've also made these with oat milk before.
• Honey can substitute for white sugar.
• Bread flour can be used in place of all-purpose flour.
• Coconut oil or vegetable oil can replace the butter. I've even used a mild tasting olive oil.

How to Make Sourdough Discard Waffles

In a medium bowl, combine the wet ingredients of sourdough discard, milk, and egg. Whisk it together. Add the dry ingredients of sugar, flour, salt, and baking soda to the bowl.

Mix until a smooth waffle batter forms.Add the melted butter to the mixed batter and mix it again.

Let the batter rest while you preheat your waffle iron according to its instructions.

Spray it with oil if necessary (I don't need to with my iron). Pour a little batter onto the hot waffle iron depending on the size of your waffle iron.

Close the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.

Repeat until you've used up all the batter.

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Top the crisp sourdough waffles with maple syrup or your favorite toppings. Waffles from sourdough starter discard are so flavorful!

Can I store leftover batter in the fridge?

Yes, leftover waffle batter can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. You may notice the sourdough flavor becomes stronger the longer it stays in the fridge.