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sourdough discard pop tarts

sourdough discard pop tarts

Discover the joy of baking with sourdough discard pop tarts! A delicious way to reduce waste and enjoy a sweet treat. 🍰✨
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup sourdough discard (The main ingredient for flavor.)
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (Can substitute with whole wheat flour.)
  • 0.5 cup cold butter (Unsalted for best flavor.)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.)
  • 1 pinch salt (Enhances flavor.)
  • 1 tablespoon fruit preserves (Or nut butter, or chocolate chips.)
  • 1 beaten egg egg wash (For a golden finish.)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sourdough discard and flour. Add cold butter and blend until coarse crumbs form.
  2. Mix in sugar and salt to enhance flavor.
  3. Gradually add cold water until dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Dust surface with flour and roll out dough to ¼ inch thick. Cut into rectangles.
  6. Place filling on one half of each rectangle, leaving a border.
  7. Fold dough over filling, press edges, and crimp with a fork.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  9. Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool on a wire rack and optionally drizzle with icing or sprinkle with powdered sugar.