Name: Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough Waffles
Yield: 4 waffles
Ingredients: 1⁄4 cup (50 g) sugar; 1 tsp (3 g) cinnamon; 1⁄2 cup (120 g) leftover starter; 1 cup (240 ml) milk, whole or 2%; 3 tbsp (42 g) unsalted butter, melted, divided; 1 large egg; 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp (12 g) sugar; 2 tsp (10 g) baking powder; 1⁄2 tsp fine sea salt; Cooking spray, for coating; 1 cup (165 g) cubed pineapple; Handful of mixed seasonal berries; 1⁄4 cup (30 g) coconut flakes; Maple syrup, to serve

Photo of a plate of cinnamon sugar sourdough waffles with berries.

Photo by Emilie Raffa

One of the easiest ways to use leftover sourdough starter is to make waffles. Crispy on the outside and light and fluffy in the middle, these cinnamon sugar waffles are incredible. Top with your choice of seasonal fruit, coconut flakes, and a dollop of fresh whipped cream for the ultimate homemade breakfast.

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