Sourdough Peach Waffles
These sourdough peach waffles have a special place in my heart! They’re inspired by a breakfast I used to order when my husband and I first started dating back in high school. Every bite is full of sweet peaches, sourdough waffle, cinnamon, and a dash of nutmeg!
They’re the perfect summer breakfast, or supper, if you enjoy that kind of thing! I hope you love this waffle recipe as much as we do! This recipe includes a video tutorial so you can make it alongside me, step-by-step!
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Inspiration Behind These Sourdough Peach Waffles
Back home in Indiana where I grew up, my husband (boyfriend back then) used to take me to a pancake restaurant in our small town when school closed for snow.
I would order a huge peach waffle topped with whipped cream and canned peach slices. I craved that waffle all the time to the point I always hoped school would close haha!
After college, we moved down here to Tennessee, and I knew I had to make my own version at home. Every time I make this recipe, I think of those little breakfast dates and my heart swells. I love the memories behind this recipe!
Why You’ll Love My Peach Waffles
- Perfect for Summer: I can’t think of a better summer waffle than one with peaches in it!
- Made from Scratch: These waffles are made completely from scratch, giving you a peace of mind of what’s in your food.
- Wholesome Ingredients: Every ingredient is wholesome so you don’t have to worry about added junk.
- Made with Sourdough: The sourdough cultures add fermentation benefits to these waffles!
- Simple Steps: The steps are short and simple, making it the perfect beginner-friendly recipe.
- Customizable: You can leave out the spices, add in some berries, or whatever else you’d like to make this recipe to your liking!
- Easy to Make Ahead: You can easily make these waffles ahead, which means you can ditch store bought frozen waffles!
Why Make this Recipe with Sourdough
When you make waffles with sourdough, you get fermentation benefits from the sourdough starter’s cultures. If you long ferment the batter in the fridge for 12-24 hours before baking, those cultures ferment the other ingredients. This long fermentation is optional but adds even more fermentation benefits!
Choosing Peaches for Waffles
You’ll want to choose peaches that are ripe yet firm. You don’t want to use mushy peaches for this recipe or they’ll break down too much in the waffles.
I recommend using local peaches if possible. They always seem to have that firm yet soft feel when they’re ripe. Large grocery stores often have under ripened or over mushy peaches, but they’ll work in a pinch.
Every summer I get my peaches from The Peach Truck here in Nashville. They have pickup locations and home delivery options!
Molly’s Tips for Making Sourdough Peach Waffles
- Avoid over mixing the batter. It will make the waffles tough.
- Read the entire recipe before you get started so you know what you’re doing ahead of time.
- Add a tablespoon or two of sour cream to add extra richness to the waffles.
- Don’t stack your waffles when they’re done cooking. Instead, lay them on a wire rack in a single layer. This prevents sogginess.
- Homemade whipped cream and fresh peach slices are the best toppings for these waffles.
Ingredients You’ll Need (with notes)
Note: Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post for measurements.
Sourdough Waffle Ingredients
- raw honey: you can also use pure maple syrup
- sourdough discard: aka unfed starter
- pure vanilla extract: pure extract is best, not imitation
- milk: you can use any kind you like, I like whole milk or buttermilk
- peach: make sure it’s ripe but not mushy
- salt: I like to use sea salt
- baking powder: helps the waffles puff-up, I like to use aluminum-free
- all-purpose flour: I like to use organic, unbleached
- ground cinnamon: pairs perfectly with the peach flavor
- nutmeg: adds a warm spice taste to the waffles
Toppings
- sliced peaches: make sure they’re ripe but not mushy
- whipped cream: you’ve got to try my homemade recipe here on the blog!
Helpful Kitchen Tools for this Recipe
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- large mixing bowl
- whisk
- knife (for slicing)
- cutting board
- waffle maker or iron (I love these grates that go on my indoor grill!)
How to Make Sourdough Peach Waffles
Note: Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post for the full written recipe.
Cut up 1 peach into small chunks and set aside (no need to peel).
Add honey, sourdough discard, vanilla, peach chunks, and milk to a mixing bowl. Whisk until combined (avoid over mixing).
Add salt, baking powder, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the bowl and whisk until combined. Avoid over mixing.
Optional – At this point you can either continue the recipe or place the batter covered in the fridge for 12-24 hours to long ferment for more sourdough fermentation benefits. You don’t have to do this.
Preheat your waffle iron or maker (if your waffle maker doesn’t have a set temperature preheat it to 375 degrees Fahrenheit).
When the waffle iron/maker is preheated, lightly grease the cooking surfaces with butter or avocado oil if needed.
Add batter to the iron/maker 3/4th the way full (avoid overfilling).
Cook about 2-3 minutes or until the waffle easily comes out of the iron/maker and is golden brown.
While cooking the other waffles and waiting to serve, don’t stack the cooked waffles. Instead place them on a wire rack in a single layer so they can breathe. This prevents them from getting soggy!
Add peach slices and whipped cream to the top and enjoy!
Video Tutorial
The Best Toppings for Peach Waffles
My favorite way to top these waffles is with fresh peach slices and homemade whipped cream. It’s the perfect pairing! You can also top them with a peach sauce for waffles, raw honey, pure maple syrup, or a dusting of nutmeg and cinnamon.
If you’re feeling really fancy you can add on some granola and a homemade peach sauce to the top to make sourdough peach cobbler waffles! I had these at an event for The Peach Truck in Nashville and they were so good!
Serving Ideas for Waffles with Peaches
You can serve these waffles for breakfast, brunch, or even supper! They make a great summer meal paired with your favorite breakfast meat, such as bacon or sausage.
You could also make a big batch of these waffles and serve them at a party, gathering, or event.
How to Make Ahead Peach Waffles
You can make these peach waffles ahead and freeze them for later! They’ll last up to 3 months in the freezer. If you love Eggo Waffles, this can be a wholesome swap to save you money.
When the waffles are completely cooled down, place them in a freezer-safe container or store them in a freezer ziplock bag.
How to Store Sourdough Waffles
Store leftover waffles in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. The best way to reheat them is in a toaster oven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sure, just note that they may be a little different than if you use a regular pancake mix.
Yes you can, just add a few tablespoons.
You can but make sure you let them thaw in the fridge overnight then drain off the excess liquid.
Yes you can, just drain off the excess liquid.
Your sourdough starter is either on the thin, more hydrated side or your peaches added a lot of excess moisture.
You can thicken your starter before using it in this recipe and/or pat your peaches dry before adding them to the batter.
More Sourdough Discard Breakfast Recipes to Try
If you’re looking for more sourdough discard breakfast recipes, try a few of these:
- Easy Sourdough Waffles
- Sourdough Buttermilk Pancakes
- Sourdough Pancakes
- Sourdough Crepes
- Sourdough Buttermilk Biscuits
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Recipe
Sourdough Peach Waffles
Ingredients
Waffles
- 1 Tbsp raw honey (2 Tbsp if you want them sweeter)
- 1/2 cup sourdough discard
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 peaches (make sure it's ripe)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Toppings
- sliced peaches
- whipped cream
Instructions
- Cut up 2 peaches into small chunks and set aside (no need to peel).
- Add honey, sourdough discard, vanilla, peach chunks, and milk to a mixing bowl. Whisk until combined (avoid over mixing).
- Add salt, baking powder, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the bowl and whisk until combined. Avoid over mixing.
- Optional – At this point you can either continue the recipe or place the batter covered in the fridge for 12-24 hours to long ferment for more sourdough fermentation benefits.
- Preheat your waffle iron or maker (if your waffle maker doesn't have a set temperature preheat it to 375 degrees Fahrenheit).
- When the waffle iron/maker is preheated, lightly grease the cooking surfaces with butter or avocado oil if needed.
- Add batter to the iron/maker 3/4th the way full (avoid overfilling).
- Cook about 2-3 minutes or until the waffle easily comes out of the iron/maker and is golden brown.
- While cooking the other waffles and waiting to serve, don't stack the cooked waffles. Instead place them on a wire rack in a single layer so they can breathe. This prevents them from getting soggy!
- Add peach slices and whipped cream to the top and enjoy!
Video