Sourdough Starter Discard Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Sourdough starter discard cinnamon raisin bread is a sweet enriched loaf that turns leftover starter into a fragrant bake with cinnamon, raisins and butter. The Thermomix kneads the soft dough to a silky consistency and blends the cinnamon-sugar swirl evenly. Ideal for breakfast, brunch or an afternoon snack with coffee.
About this recipe
Sourdough Starter Discard Cinnamon Raisin Bread made in the Thermomix TM7 is the answer for anyone searching for recipes that use up leftover starter instead of throwing it away. This sweet enriched loaf combines tangy sourdough discard with all-purpose flour, egg, butter and active dry yeast, then finishes with a cinnamon-sugar swirl and juicy raisins throughout. The TM7 all-in-one kitchen machine kneads the soft, buttery dough into a smooth elastic ball without your hands ever getting sticky, and its grinding function turns whole cinnamon sticks or coarse cinnamon into a fragrant powder for the filling. The result is a tender crumb with a gently swirled centre and a golden crust, perfect sliced for breakfast, packed into a lunchbox or served warm as a weekend dessert-style treat. Because the discard adds flavour rather than lift, the small amount of yeast guarantees a reliable rise every time. Whether you bake weekly or only when your jar of starter overflows, this loaf turns an ingredient you would normally waste into the best smelling thing in your kitchen, and the TM7 handles the messy parts for you.
Preparation tips
- Feed your starter a day ahead and keep the discard chilled so the tang stays mild; a very sour discard can overpower the cinnamon-sugar swirl in the finished loaf.
- Roll the raised dough into a neat rectangle before spreading the cinnamon butter, and roll it up tightly so the swirl stays defined and the raisins do not fall out during slicing.
- For a glossy finish, brush the loaf with a little beaten egg and sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking; leftover slices freeze well and toast beautifully for breakfast.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the unsalted butter with a plant-based baking margarine or coconut oil and use a dairy-free milk brush; the sourdough discard, cinnamon swirl and raisins keep their full flavour.
- Festive winter version: add a pinch of ground cloves and nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar, swap half the raisins for chopped dried cranberries, and drizzle the cooled loaf with a simple icing sugar glaze for a holiday breakfast table.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Precise weighing - The integrated scale of the Thermomix weighs the flour and starter discard directly in the bowl to the gram. [Built-in Scale]
- Fresh grinding - The TM7 grinding function turns cinnamon sticks into aromatic powder, far more fragrant than pre-ground cinnamon. [Multi-Functionality]. [Multi-Function]
- Hands-free kneading - The Thermomix kneads the buttery egg dough into a smooth elastic ball while you prepare the raisins. [Hands-Free]
- Even blending - The TM7 mixes the cinnamon sugar filling uniformly so every slice of the loaf carries the same warm spice. [Precise Control]. [Precision Control]
- Gentle heating - Controlled Thermomix temperature warms the water to activate the active dry yeast without risking killing it. [Temperature Control]
Ingredients
- water
- sugar
- active dry yeast
- all-purpose flour
- sourdough starter
- large egg
- unsalted butter
- salt
- sugar
- all-purpose flour