Sourdough Discard Banana Bread Muffins
•Dry Ingredients•
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
•Wet Ingredients•
8 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
1 cup dark brown sugar OR light brown OR white sugar
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 cup 125 g unfed sourdough starter or active starter
3 1/2 medium very ripe bananas mashed
Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a muffin pan (or use cupcake liners). In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients and set aside. In another bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth and set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the remaining wet ingredients and the mashed bananas to the melted butter, and whisk until the mixture is smooth. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix. Pour the batter into the greased muffin pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the banana bread to cool in the loaf pan for 15 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack and let it cool further before storing them.
Sourdough discard banana bread muffins are not just delicious; they also provide an excellent way to reduce food waste and utilize extra sourdough starter. Incorporating ripe bananas introduces natural sweetness and moisture, making the muffins super soft and tender. With a base of all-purpose flour, these muffins benefit from the leavening power of baking powder and baking soda, giving them a light texture. Additionally, the use of butter and brown sugar contributes to a rich flavor profile. For those looking to elevate these muffins, consider adding walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter for an extra crunch or sweetness. If you've never made banana bread muffins before, the process is straightforward: combine your dry and wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid tough muffins. Bake until golden brown, and you’re in for a treat! These muffins freeze wonderfully, ensuring you have a delicious snack ready at a moment's notice. Perfect for busy mornings or as a sweet treat in lunchboxes, these sourdough discard banana bread muffins are a baking staple.