Receta

The revival of sourdough baking isn't limited to bread—resourceful home bakers have discovered that the discard from daily sourdough feeding can be used to create uniquely flavored desserts. These moist, rich brownies are a perfect example of "zero-waste baking." The Geedel vegetable chopper quickly processes nuts, making the preparation of this dessert both easy and enjoyable.

Ingredients:  

1 cup sourdough discard (room temperature)  

200g dark chocolate, chopped  

½ cup butter  

¾ cup brown sugar  

2 eggs  

1 teaspoon vanilla extract  

½ cup all-purpose flour  

¼ cup cocoa powder  

½ teaspoon salt  

For the Nut Topping:  

½ cup walnuts  

¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt (for garnish)  

Instructions:  

1. Prepare the nuts (using Geedel):  

   Roughly halve the walnuts. Using the Geedel hand vegetable chopper with the dicing blade, place walnuts in the container and press lightly 2–3 times to create coarse walnut pieces. This chopper perfectly controls the texture, ensuring even distribution while retaining a pleasant crunch.

2. Melt the chocolate:  

   In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate and butter over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.

3. Mix wet ingredients:  

   In a large bowl, whisk brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until thick. Stir in the sourdough discard and the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.

4. Add dry ingredients:  

   Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in most of the chopped walnuts, reserving a few for garnish.

5. Bake:  

   Preheat the oven to 175°C. Line a 20x20 cm baking pan with parchment paper. Pour in the batter and smooth the top. Sprinkle with reserved walnuts and flaky sea salt. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still slightly moist.

6. Serve:  

   Let cool completely before cutting. The slight tang from the sourdough discard balances the sweetness of the chocolate, resulting in a brownie that is moister and more complex than traditional versions. Perfect with coffee or black tea.

Summary:  

These innovative brownies creatively use sourdough discard, reflecting a sustainable baking ethos. The efficiency of the Geedel vegetable chopper in processing nuts allows home bakers to easily experiment with professional techniques, making it an ideal dessert to share at casual dinner parties.