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Soft and savory sourdough chocolate chip muffins infused with oregano and thyme and pressure cooked to warm, golden perfection.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Muffin tin lined with paper liners
  • 1 Pressure cooker
  • 1 Trivet or rack

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup sourdough starter
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners. Even though you’re using the pressure cooker, this step sets you up for the finishing bake.
  • Mix sourdough starter, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract in a big bowl till smooth and creamy.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, oregano, and thyme.
  • Slowly add the dry mix to the wet ingredients. Stir just enough to combine, no overmixing or muffins get tough.
  • Fold in those chocolate chips nice and gentle, so they don’t melt all over the batter.
  • Scoop the batter into the paper-lined muffin cups, filling each about three quarters full.
  • Put a trivet or rack inside your pressure cooker. Add just enough water for broth depth about an inch, not more, to avoid sogginess.
  • Set the muffin tin on the rack, lock the lid and get that sealing ring tight. Cook on high pressure for about 20 minutes. When done, do a slow release so muffins don’t collapse or get dry. Then, finish with the oven bake for 5–10 minutes for a golden top.

Notes

Try swapping chocolate chips with dried fruits or nuts for variety, and use fresh herbs if available! Store muffins in an airtight container at room temp for up to 2 days or freeze for longer freshness.