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Sourdough Discard Coffee Cake

Discover a delightful way to use your sourdough discard with this easy and delicious coffee cake recipe. Perfect for a cozy morning treat or a sweet addition to your afternoon tea, this sourdough discard coffee cake combines the tanginess of sourdough with the sweet, comforting flavors of a classic coffee cake.

– Oven
Mixing bowls
Measuring cups and spoons
Whisk
9-inch round cake pan
Baking paper

200 g 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
150 g ¾ cup sugar
113 g ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
120 ml ½ cup sourdough discard
2 large eggs
60 ml ¼ cup milk
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

Streusel Topping

50 g ¼ cup brown sugar
30 g ¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp ground cinnamon
28 g 2 tbsp butter, melted

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line with baking paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the sourdough discard, milk, and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
For the streusel topping, mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl. Sprinkle this mixture over the batter.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool before serving.
Conclusion and Tips:
This sourdough discard coffee cake is a perfect way to reduce waste while enjoying a sumptuous treat. The cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. For a twist, try adding nuts or fruit to the batter or topping for extra texture and flavor.

This recipe is designed for those looking to use their sourdough discard in a creative and delicious way. With easy-to-follow steps and common pantry ingredients, it’s perfect for both novice and experienced bakers.

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