Description

Chewy, gooey fall blondies made with sourdough discard, maple syrup, and toasted pecans. This easy zero-waste dessert is perfect for using up starter without the stress of bread-making.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (240g) active sourdough discard
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 cup (200g) light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 tablespoons (45ml) real maple syrup
1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (100g) pecan pieces, toasted
Flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides, and grease lightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until glossy and smooth.
Stir in the sourdough discard until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined and no streaks of flour remain.
Fold in the toasted pecans.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, until edges are golden brown and the center is slightly soft/jiggly. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top while hot.
Cool completely in the pan (at least 30 minutes, ideally overnight) before cutting into 16 squares.

Notes

Do not skip the cooling time; the blondies are fragile when hot and need time to set. Toasting pecans enhances flavor significantly. Use real maple syrup, not pancake syrup. These improve in texture after sitting for a day. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (1/16 of ba
Calories: 180
Sugar: 18
Sodium: 120
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

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