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An overhead shot of homemade sourdough donuts on a light countertop. Two are cinnamon sugar, two are vanilla glaze, and two are with chocolate glaze.
Nico

No-Wait Sourdough Discard Donuts (3 Variations)

Ready in 30 minutes, these sourdough discard donuts are fluffy, soft, and full of flavour. Dark chocolate, vanilla glaze, and cinnamon sugar are all delicious toppings that you can add to this sourdough discard treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 20
Course: Sourdough Discard Recipes
Calories: 191

Ingredients
  

For Donuts
  • 1/2 Cup - Butter
  • 1/2 - Sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 Cup - Sourdough Starter or Discard
  • 1/3 Cup - Whole Milk
  • Vanilla - a splash
  • 2 1/3 Cup - All Purpose Flour
  • 2 Teaspoons - Baking Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon - Salt
  • Coconut Oil - enough for frying
For Dark Chocolate Glaze
  • ½ Cup – Dark Chocolate Chips
  • 1 Tablespoon – Heavy Cream
  • 1 Tablespoon – Butter
For Vanilla Glaze
  • 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Butter
  • A splash of whole milk
For Cinnamon Sugar
  • ¼ Cup – Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon – Cinnamon

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and butter on a low heat until everything is combined.
  2. In a large mixing bowl combine the eggs, sourdough discard, milk, and vanilla.
  3. Pour the melted butter and sugar into the bowl and combine.
  4. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt and mix until just combined. Optional – put into the fridge for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
  5. Sprinkle flour onto a flat surface and roll the dough flat – you’re looking for about ½” thick.
  6. Cut out the donuts using a cup, bottle cap, or freehand using a knife.
  7. Add the coconut oil to a cast iron skillet and heat until the donuts sizzle when added.
  8. Add the donuts into the oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  9. After frying, add the donuts to a wire rack or flat with a paper towel. Allow them to cool for 5-10 minutes before adding your topping.
To Make Vanilla Glaze
  1. Combine milk, vanilla, powdered sugar, and butter over low heat. Once everything is melted together (don’t let it boil), use your hands or a spoon to cover the donut in glaze.
To Make Dark Chocolate Glaze
  1. Melt together dark chocolate chips, butter, and heavy cream in a saucepan.
  2. Once melted use your hands to dip the donuts into the melted chocolate. You can also use a spoon to cover the donut in glaze.
To Make Cinnamon Sugar
  1. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar in a small sauce pan.
  2. Use a wooden spoon to lightly coat the donuts in melted butter.
  3. Use your hands to sprinkle the cinnamon and sugar mixture over the donuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 211mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

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Notes

These are best if stored in the fridge and eaten within 3 days. I recommend putting the toppings on just before you’re ready to eat them. I like to reheat my donuts in the oven before eating them.

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