Absolutely — Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect blend of tangy, rich, and chewy. Using sourdough discard or active starter gives them a unique flavor and soft, slightly chewy texture. Here’s a go-to recipe:
🍪 Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min (plus chill time) | Cook Time: 10–12 min | Yield: ~24 cookies
🍴 Ingredients:
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1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
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½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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½ cup (120g) sourdough starter (discard or active — unfed is fine)
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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2 cups (340g) semisweet or dark chocolate chips or chunks
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Optional: flaky sea salt for topping
🥣 Instructions:
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Cream Butter & Sugars
In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes). -
Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and sourdough starter until well combined. -
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. -
Fold in Chocolate
Stir in chocolate chips or chunks. -
Chill the Dough
Chill dough in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor and texture). This helps develop the flavor and prevent spreading. -
Preheat & Scoop
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 1½–2 tablespoon portions of dough and place 2 inches apart. -
Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are just set. Do not overbake. -
Cool & Enjoy
Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while warm if desired.
🔄 Tips & Variations:
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For extra tang: Let the dough ferment in the fridge for 24–48 hours before baking.
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Make them chewy: Add 1 extra egg yolk.
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Add-ins: Try toasted walnuts, pecans, or espresso powder (½ tsp) for depth.
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Gluten-free: Swap in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend — results may vary slightly but will work.
Want a version that uses browned butter? Or one that’s egg-free or vegan?
