THE BAKER’S JOURNAL / 5 GUIDES

Sourdough discard.

Understand what discard does in a recipe, how to handle it, and which published recipe fits the amount in your jar.

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What Is Sourdough Discard?

Learn what sourdough discard is, when to use it and when a recipe needs ripe starter instead.

Discard3 min read

Label, refrigerate or freeze usable sourdough discard and recognise when to throw out a suspect batch.

Discard4 min read

Make discard pancakes without an overnight rest using 200 g of discard, baking powder and a first-pancake check.

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Roll discard crackers to about 1.6 mm, cut and dock them, and compare the centre and edges before judging crispness.

Discard3 min read

Choose recipes for 100 g, 113 g, 200 g or 227 g of sourdough discard, with links and time needed.