How to Make Sourdough Strawberry Banana Muffins

There’s a quiet magic in the sourdough journey, transforming simple ingredients into something yummy and soul-warming. As strawberry season arrives and old bananas pile up, I reached for my homemade sourdough starter to whip up easy sourdough strawberry muffins. These delicious muffins, blending the tangy flavor of sourdough discard with ripe bananas and juicy strawberries, are a great breakfast option. My toddler loved them so much, he ate two this morning! I love to make a big batch of them, freeze half, and have the other dozen on my table for guests or an easy afternoon snack.

I love baking with sourdough for its many health benefits! The fermentation process of sourdough adds a unique tang and reduces phytic acid, making these muffins easier to digest. Whether you’re a seasoned baker with your own sourdough starter or just starting out, this easy muffin recipe is forgiving and flavorful. Here’s my guide to crafting strawberry sourdough muffins that can brighten any summer morning.

Why Sourdough Strawberry Banana Muffins?

Sourdough banana muffins are a kitchen favorite, but fresh strawberries add a burst of sweetness that creates a perfect balance. I have a strawberry patch in my garden, and we are up to our eyeballs in strawberries, so I thought I’d throw them in my banana muffins!  It is a great recipe if you find yourself with excess fruit. Unlike a denser sourdough banana bread recipe, these chewy muffins are quick to make, ideal for a delicious breakfast or snack. 

The great thing about this recipe is its versatility—swap strawberries for blueberries to make sourdough blueberry muffins or add chocolate chips for sourdough banana chocolate chip muffins. Paired with a bit of butter, these muffins feel indulgent yet wholesome.

Ingredients for Sourdough Strawberry Banana Muffins

This recipe makes a big batch of 12 large muffins or 18 smaller muffins, perfect for sharing or feeding your freezer.

Dry Ingredients (in a large mixing bowl):

•  1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or purpose flour)

•  1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

•  ½ teaspoon salt (teaspoon salt)

-1 cup light brown sugar 

•  Optional: 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar (for a crunchy topping)

Wet Ingredients (in a separate bowl):

•  2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)

•  ½ cup melted butter (or coconut oil)

•  1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/4 cup sourdough discard (or active sourdough starter)

•  1 ¼ cups mashed bananas (about 3 ripe bananas)

Add-Ins:

•  1 cup fresh strawberries, diced into small pieces

•  alternatives: ⅓ cup chocolate chips or blueberries 

How to Make Sourdough Strawberry Banana Muffins

Here’s my quick and simple process to create these chewy muffins. I throw these together while I’m making dinner or meal prepping with minimal stress or effort- a busy mom’s dream!

1. Prep Your kitchen 

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease muffin tins with a bit of butter or nonstick spray.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, mix 2 large eggs, sourdough discard, bananas, vanilla, and melted butter. 

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to avoid clumps. Dice fresh strawberries into small pieces to ensure even distribution.

4. Make the Muffin Batter

Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients with a spatula, mixing just until the flour mixture is incorporated to keep muffins tender. Fold in fresh strawberries (and chocolate chips, if using). The juicy strawberries add bursts of flavor to your muffins.

Bake Your Muffins

Use an ice cream scoop of cookie scoop to portion batter into the muffin pan. Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top for golden brown muffin tops with a slight crunch. Bake in your preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean. The bottom of the muffins should be lightly browned. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.

Storing and Serving

Store these delicious muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or in the fridge for a week. Freeze for up to 3 months for a quick breakfast on those busy mornings. Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes or microwave for 20 seconds. Serve with a bit of butter for a great summer breakfast that feels extra special.

Tips for Success:

•  Ripe Bananas: Spottier bananas add sweetness and moisture.

•  Sourdough Discard: The star ingredient for tangy flavor. New to sourdough? Check my other sourdough recipes HERE.

•  Oil Choices: Coconut oil adds sweetness. Butter makes muffins heartier.

•  Variations: Try blueberries or chocolate chips for a twist. 

•  Check Doneness: Start checking at 20 minutes to avoid overbaking.

Recipe Card

Baking these easy strawberry banana muffins is a delicious way to celebrate your summer berries and make use of bananas on the verge of going bad. Mash your  bananas, dice those garden fresh strawberries, and fold them into the muffin batter to bake up a comforting, yet summery treat. This recipe card is my invitation to embrace the joy of easy sourdough recipes, turning simple ingredients into a delicious breakfast that tastes like home.

Whether you’re used to baking with your homemade sourdough starter or are experimenting with a new batch, these muffins celebrate strawberry season and transform old bananas into something extraordinary. So, preheat your oven, grab your  mixing bowl, and bake a batch of tangy, chewy muffins the whole family will love!

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