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Sourdough Discard Breakfast Pockets


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 46 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Flaky, savory breakfast pockets made with sourdough discard, filled with mushrooms, cheese, and herbs.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg (for dough) + additional eggs for filling
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, gruyère, or plant-based)
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or shiitake)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or thyme)
  • Optional: cooked breakfast protein (bacon, sausage, or tofu crumbles)
  • 1/3 cup milk or buttermilk (or non-dairy milk)

Instructions

  1. Mix the dough: In a bowl, whisk sourdough discard, egg, and milk until smooth; then add flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut in cold butter until the dough resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Press dough into a disc, wrap, and chill for 20–30 minutes.
  3. Make the filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add butter or oil, and sauté sliced mushrooms until golden. Add chopped herbs and season.
  4. Roll chilled dough to about 1/8–1/4 inch thick. Cut into circles or rectangles.
  5. Spoon filling onto each piece, leaving edges for sealing. Brush edges with egg wash or water, fold over to form pockets, and crimp edges.
  6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–16 minutes or pan-fry on low heat until golden and cooked through.

Notes

Pre-cook and cool fillings to prevent sogginess. Try different fillings for variety.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pocket
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: sourdough, breakfast, recipe, pockets, savory