Ingredients

1 can pumpkin puree
4 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups unfed sourdough starter
1 1/4 cups white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 1/3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
This pumpkin bread with discard sourdough starter is a delicious and unique twist on traditional pumpkin bread. The sourdough starter adds a tangy flavor and enhances the texture of the bread. It is easy to make and perfect for using up your sourdough starter discard. Serve it warm with a cup of coffee or tea, or enjoy it as a midday snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin, eggs, vegetable oil, sourdough starter, white sugar, brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, cardamom, nutmeg, and cloves.
3.Stir well until everything is well combined.
4.Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
5.Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This pumpkin bread is moist, flavorful, and has a hint of sourdough tang.

It is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.

It is also a great way to use up your sourdough starter discard.

CONS

This pumpkin bread is high in sugar and oil, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is not suitable for those who are on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin is rich in nutrients like vitamin A, potassium, and fiber.
It may also help lower blood pressure, improve heart health, and boost the immune system.
The sourdough starter may also provide some health benefits like improving digestion and helping to regulate blood sugar levels.

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