Making Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Spice Toast Crunch is a creative way to utilize sourdough discard and infuse it with seasonal flavors. Here’s a recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- For the Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Spice Toast Crunch:
- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
- Pinch of salt
- 4 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts) (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Prepare the Sourdough Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough discard, pumpkin puree, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, pumpkin spice blend, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
- Add the Oats and Mix-ins:
- Add the old-fashioned oats to the sourdough mixture. Stir until the oats are evenly coated.
- If using, add the chopped nuts and dried cranberries or raisins. Mix until they are distributed throughout the mixture.
- Spread onto Baking Sheet:
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes, until the granola is golden brown and crispy.
- Cool:
- Allow the Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Spice Toast Crunch to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.
- Serve or Store:
- Once cooled, you can serve the pumpkin spice toast crunch immediately as a snack or breakfast cereal.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Feel free to customize the mix-ins based on your preferences. You can add dried fruits like chopped apricots, figs, or cherries, as well as seeds like pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preferences by adding more or less maple syrup or honey.
- Serve the Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Spice Toast Crunch with yogurt, milk, or as a topping for ice cream or smoothie bowls.
Enjoy your homemade Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Spice Toast Crunch!
