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A plate of golden blueberry protein muffins made with sourdough discard, topped with fresh blueberries.

Sourdough Blueberry Protein Muffins – Easy Discard Recipe to Bake Today


  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

Sourdough Blueberry Protein Muffins are the perfect fusion of tangy sourdough discard and juicy blueberries, boosted with protein for a wholesome treat. This same-day discard recipe transforms leftover starter into moist, flavorful muffins packed with natural sweetness and sustaining energy. Ready in under an hour, these muffins use everyday ingredients like flour, yogurt, eggs, and optional protein powder. They bake up golden with blueberries suspended throughout, offering a tender crumb and subtle sourdough tang. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or holiday gatherings, this easy baking method proves that reducing waste can taste delicious.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/41/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder (optional)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sourdough discard
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup neutral oil
  • 1/31/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon flour for coating blueberries

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.

    2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and protein powder in a medium bowl.

    3. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, sourdough discard, yogurt, oil, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth.

    4. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.

    5. Toss blueberries with flour, then fold them into the batter.

    6. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

    7. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

    8. Cool muffins in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 18 minutes
    • Category: breakfast
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 muffin
    • Calories: 210
    • Sugar: 12
    • Sodium: 200
    • Fat: 9
    • Saturated Fat: 2
    • Unsaturated Fat: 7
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 28
    • Fiber: 3
    • Protein: 8
    • Cholesterol: 45

    Keywords: sourdough, blueberry, protein, discard, muffins, breakfast, baking, easy, fruit, snack