Best 4 Sams Sourdough Waffles Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with Sam's Sourdough Waffles, a tantalizing treat that combines the tangy goodness of sourdough starter with the fluffy texture of traditional waffles. This versatile recipe offers three delectable variations to satisfy every palate: the classic sourdough waffles, a hearty whole wheat version, and a gluten-free alternative for those with dietary restrictions. Each variation promises a unique taste experience, ensuring an unforgettable breakfast or brunch. Embark on this sourdough waffle journey and discover the perfect combination of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SOURDOUGH WAFFLES



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This recipe requires your sourdough starter to be fed on a 12-hour schedule. If you usually refresh every 24 hours, simply begin feeding your starter every 12 hours two days in advance. Once you reach the fourth feeding, you can start making waffles from your discard. Similarly, if you typically keep your starter in the fridge, bring it to room temperature and feed every 12 hours for 3 days before waffling up.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h

Yield 4 Belgian waffles

Number Of Ingredients 13

125 grams discarded Sourdough Starter (unfed), recipe follows
1 cup whole milk
170 grams unbleached, all-purpose flour
1 large egg, separated
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Nonstick spray
125 grams all-purpose, unbleached flour
125 grams filtered water, room temperature
100 grams all-purpose, unbleached flour
100 grams filtered water, room temperature

Steps:

  • Combine the starter, milk and flour in a medium bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Rest for 8 hours at room temperature, until the batter is light, full of bubbles, and roughly doubled in size. (If you'd like to make these for breakfast, you can refrigerate the batter overnight after this 8-hour rest.)
  • Stir the egg yolk, butter, sugar and salt into the starter mixture until just combined and set aside.
  • Beat the egg white and cream of tartar with a hand mixer on high until stiff peaks form, about 1 to 2 minutes, then fold the egg white into the batter using as few folds as possible to keep it from deflating (see Cook's Note). Rest the batter at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  • Heat a Belgian waffle iron on medium heat. When hot, lightly coat both plates with nonstick spray. Ladle the recommended amount of waffle batter onto the iron according to the manufacturer's recommendations and cook until crisp and golden brown. Serve immediately or cool on a rack and wrap in plastic wrap followed by foil and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To begin: Mix together 125 grams flour and 125 grams water with a clean hand in a medium glass bowl. Cover the bowl with a tea towel and let sit undisturbed at room temperature until the mixture is full of bubbles and has nearly doubled in size, usually 2 to 3 days. During this time, yeasts and bacteria from the air and from the flour and probably from you will set up housekeeping in the bowl (see Cook's Note).
  • For daily feeding: Peel back any crust that may have formed and transfer 20% of the culture (50 grams) to a clean, wide-mouthed jar. Stir in 100 grams flour and 100 grams water, loosely screw on the lid and stash at room temperature for 24 hours. (The culture will have a stinky-sour smell at this point.) Discard the rest of the original mixture.
  • Repeat step 2 every 24 hours for 5 days. By then the culture should smell yeasty-sweet-sour, which means you're ready to put the starter to work. The waffles are to be made with the discarded percentage of starter.

SOURDOUGH WAFFLES



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I found a recipe for sour milk waffles in an old cookbook, and I modified it to make sourdough waffles. If you do not have a sourdough starter, substitute sour milk or buttermilk. I also changed the bacon drippings to applesauce to make this healthier. These come out of the waffle iron looking amazing - crispy on the outside and tangy and tender on the inside, and they smell like baking bread while cooking. Eat with lots of syrup if you prefer a sweeter waffle, as there is very little sweetener in this recipe.

Provided by Tanaquil

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Waffle Recipes

Time 13m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sourdough starter
3 eggs, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ cup applesauce

Steps:

  • Grease and preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Mix sourdough starter and eggs in a bowl. Mix in flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Stir applesauce into the batter; mix well to combine.
  • Pour 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the batter onto the preheated waffle iron. Bake until golden brown according to manufacturer's instructions, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 261.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SOURDOUGH DISCARD WAFFLES



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I often feel like the discard from my sourdough starter is wasteful, so I try my best to use it in other ways. One of the best and tastiest ways is to repurpose the discard into waffles. You can make the base of this batter the night before you plan to cook waffles, or just a few hours prior. This is a fantastic weekend breakfast when everyone gets to sleep in!

Provided by Diana71

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Waffle Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sourdough starter
1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 egg
¼ cup butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine sourdough starter and yogurt in a bowl the night before you plan to cook the waffles. Stir while pouring in flour and brown sugar. Mix until well combined. Cover batter and let rest in the fridge, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Beat egg in a large bowl when you're ready to make the waffles. Add melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix in baking soda and salt. Add the sourdough starter mixture and stir until batter is well combined.
  • Pour batter into waffle iron and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per waffle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 12.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 763.5 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

SOURDOUGH PANCAKE OR WAFFLE BATTER



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If you have a sourdough starter, you will need to feed it to keep it alive. Many recipes call for doing so after discarding a cup or so of the starter you have, so as to maintain its equilibrium and prevent it from growing too large. This recipe takes advantage of that excess starter, using it as the base of a pancake or waffle batter that ferments overnight and yields a remarkably flavorful breakfast the next day, with minimal effort.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     breakfast, pancakes, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup/240 grams sourdough starter "unfed"
1 cup/224 grams buttermilk
1 cup/120 grams all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon/about 13 grams light brown sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter or neutral oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon/3 grams kosher salt
1 teaspoon/6 grams baking soda

Steps:

  • Put the sourdough starter in a large bowl and add the buttermilk, flour and sugar, then stir to combine. Cover the bowl and allow it to rest overnight at room temperature.
  • When you are ready to cook, whisk the egg, melted butter or oil and the vanilla extract together in a small bowl, then add the rested sponge. Add the salt and the baking soda to the batter and mix to combine.
  • Pour some of the batter onto a preheated greased waffle iron and cook until the waffle is brown and crisp, then repeat. Or use a small ladle to create pancakes on a preheated oiled pan or griddle, flipping them when they are well browned on the bottom. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 447, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 897 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Make sure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly before using it in the waffle batter. If your starter is not active, it will not produce the desired sour flavor in the waffles.
  • If you don't have any sourdough starter, you can make your own using a simple recipe. There are many recipes available online.
  • The waffles can be made ahead of time and reheated in the toaster or oven.
  • Serve the waffles with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.
  • Experiment with different sourdough starter flavors to create unique waffles. For example, you could use a rye sourdough starter for a more earthy flavor or a whole wheat sourdough starter for a nutty flavor.

Conclusion:

Sourdough waffles are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast food. They are perfect for a lazy weekend morning or a weekday breakfast on the go. The waffles are light and fluffy with a slightly sour flavor that pairs well with a variety of toppings. If you are looking for a new way to enjoy sourdough starter, give these waffles a try. You won't be disappointed.

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