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Healthy Sourdough Discard Kolaches

Healthy Sourdough Discard Kolaches for Tasty Mornings

Healthy Sourdough Discard Kolaches are versatile pastries perfect for any palate, using sourdough discard and offering both sweet and savory options.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 kolaches
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup einkorn flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 cup whole grain spelt flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 0.5 cup milk Use whole or dairy-free options.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted.
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar Balances flavors.
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients.
  • 1 large egg yolk Enriches the dough.
  • 0.5 cup sourdough starter or discard Adds tang and aids in rising.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese Creates a creamy filling.
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar Sweetens the cream cheese mixture.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Helps stabilize the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla essence Adds depth to the filling.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Brightens the filling.
For Brushing
  • 2 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter For brushing on top.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven warms up.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine einkorn flour, whole grain spelt flour, sea salt, and white sugar. Whisk until blended.
  3. Add milk, melted unsalted butter, egg, and egg yolk to the dry mixture. Stir until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the sourdough starter or discard until just combined.
  5. Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thickness on a floured surface.
  6. Cut the rolled dough into 4-inch squares and transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix softened cream cheese, white sugar, all-purpose flour, vanilla essence, salt, and lemon juice until smooth.
  8. Place a spoonful of cream cheese filling in the center of each dough square.
  9. Pinch the corners of each filled square to seal them.
  10. Brush the tops with chilled unsalted butter and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Transfer the baked kolaches to a wire rack and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kolacheCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store filled kolaches at room temperature for up to 1 day or refrigerate for 3-5 days. They also freeze well for longer storage.

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