Description
This Discard Cinnamon Bread is a delightful way to use up sourdough discard by incorporating it into a moist, flavorful cinnamon swirl bread. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with brown sugar, this quick bread offers a tender crumb and beautiful marbled appearance, making it a great breakfast treat or snack.
Ingredients
Batter Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (for batter)
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sourdough discard
Swirl Filling
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Make cinnamon swirl mixture: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl filling; set aside for later use.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and the 1/3 cup brown sugar designated for the batter, ensuring even distribution.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add milk, melted butter, vanilla extract (optional, typically 1 tsp), and the sourdough discard, mixing until smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the bread.
- Layer batter and swirl: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, then evenly sprinkle three-fourths of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over it.
- Add second batter layer and swirl: Pour the remaining batter on top, followed by the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly sprinkled.
- Create cinnamon swirls: Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl through the batter creating a marbled effect but avoid fully mixing the layers.
- Bake the bread: Place in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before removing it onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- Use sourdough discard at room temperature for best mixing results.
- Check doneness with a toothpick after 45 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- Vanilla extract is optional but enhances the flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American