Description
These Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Sugar Knots are a delightful way to use sourdough discard, creating soft, sweet, and cinnamon-spiced treats. Perfect as a breakfast pastry or an afternoon snack, these knots feature a tender dough coated in a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 1/2 cups sourdough discard (unfed)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Additional ground cinnamon (included in 1 tsp combined with sugar above)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the sourdough discard, 1/4 cup sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix together until a soft dough forms that is slightly sticky but manageable.
- Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick, ensuring even thickness for consistent baking.
- Butter and Cinnamon Sugar: Brush the melted butter evenly over the rolled-out dough. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon, then sprinkle about half of it evenly over the buttered surface.
- Shape into Knots: Slice the dough into 1-inch wide strips. Take each strip, twist it, and tie it into a loose knot. Place the knots spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the Knots: Bake the knots in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they turn a golden brown color and are cooked through.
- Final Coating: While the knots are still warm, toss them in the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture to coat thoroughly, adding extra sweetness and crunch.
- Serve: Serve the cinnamon sugar knots warm for the best flavor experience. Enjoy as a sweet snack or breakfast treat!
Notes
- You can store the knots in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven for a fresh-baked taste.
- For a vegan version, replace butter with a plant-based alternative.
- Use unfed sourdough discard to prevent the dough from becoming too sour.
- Try adding chopped nuts or raisins to the dough for extra texture and flavor.
- Make sure not to overbake to keep the knots soft and tender.
