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Sourdough Discard Biscuits

Sourdough discard biscuits are the perfect way to use up extra starter while making a buttery, flaky treat that’s great for breakfast or a side dish.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sourdough discard
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6 biscuits
Calories: 277kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter very cold
  • 3/4 cup sourdough discard
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 1 tbsp sugar optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425º
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar.
  • Using a pastry cutter, cut in butter into very small pieces, working it into the flour.
  • Mix in sourdough discard and milk and work to form a sturdy dough.
  • Roll out dough onto a floured surface to about 1"-1 1/2" thick. Use a cookie or biscuit cutter to make even sized biscuits.
  • Place on a parchment lined cookie sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until tops are browned and dough is cooked through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 581mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 479IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg