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Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Bread

A delightful treat using leftover sourdough starter, perfect for breakfast or a snack with warm cinnamon flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup sourdough discard Make sure it is at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Add more for additional sweetness if desired.
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg Beaten.

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg or pumpkin spice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the sourdough discard, sugar, milk, and vegetable oil. Mix well.
  • Add the egg and beat until well combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

Baking

  • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Best served warm, sliced, and can be enhanced with powdered sugar. Store in wrapped plastic or foil for up to 3 days at room temperature. Can be refrigerated for about a week or frozen for up to 3 months.
Keyword Baking, Cinnamon Bread, Easy Recipes, Quick Bread, Sourdough Discard