Sourdough discard refers to the portion of sourdough starter that is removed before feeding the remaining starter with fresh flour and water. If you make sourdough, then you already know that you end up with a lot of sourdough discard. But did you know that you can use your sourdough discard for lots of other recipes?
Here are some great sourdough discard recipes to get you started.
S’mores Cookie Recipe
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S’mores bring back nostalgic Summer time fun sitting around a campfire. This classic treat is turned into a s’mores cookie recipe with sourdough discard.
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Sourdough Chickpea Blondies
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There’s no hiding these sourdough chickpea blondies any longer. Made from chickpeas, sourdough discard, and chocolate chips, there is no additional flour in this protein-packed treat. That is a dessert everyone can get behind!
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Sourdough Apple Muffins Recipe
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This easy and delicious Sourdough Apple Muffins recipe will make your kitchen smell amazing! These muffins are soft, perfectly spiced, and a great way to use up sourdough discard. They’re packed with fresh apples and warm cinnamon, and ready in just 30 minutes.
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Sourdough Discard Breadsticks
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You will fall in love with these savory sourdough discard breadsticks! They are soft, buttery, and perfect for serving alongside your favorite soups, salads, and pastas.
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Sourdough Pizza Crust
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This sourdough pizza crust has the most delicious flavor! It has a doughy crust and unforgettable flavor. It is a great way to use up some leftover sourdough discard.
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Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls
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These delicious sourdough discard cinnamon rolls feature a rich brown sugar-cinnamon filling and a generous amount of creamy frosting. The tender, fluffy dough for these rolls is made with sourdough discard to give them a tangy twist.
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Homemade Sourdough Discard Rolls
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These 8-ingredient sourdough discard rolls are easy to make, utilizing sourdough discard for an extra depth of flavor. You can prepare them ahead of time for hot, out-of-the-oven dinner rolls in a jiffy.
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Sourdough Apple Crisp
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This is the perfect discard dessert recipe that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. This Sourdough Apple Crisp is the perfect solution for using up that extra starter while satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Sourdough Discard Banana Bread With Nuts
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You can make bread with your sourdough discard! This is the best sourdough discard banana bread, made sweet with dates and honey.
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Brown Butter Sourdough Peanut Butter Cookies
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You will love the rich flavor of these brown butter sourdough peanut butter cookies. They’re made with sourdough discard, smooth peanut butter, and a touch of vanilla paste, then are rolled in coarse sugar before being baked to perfection.
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Sourdough Discard Brownies
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These fudgy Sourdough Discard Brownies are probably the most indulgently delicious way to use your excess starter. Rich and extra chocolatey with an irresistible crackly top, these brownies are sure to become a new household favorite.
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3-Ingredient Sourdough Banana Pancakes
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These delicious 3-ingredient Sourdough Banana Pancakes are naturally sweet, perfectly soft, and ready in under 30 minutes. All you need is starter discard, bananas, and eggs to get started.
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Sourdough Chocolate Swiss Cake Roll
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These delicious chocolate cake layers are rolled up in a creamy chocolate filling and are sure to be a crowd pleaser!
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Easy Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough
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This easy sourdough discard pizza dough recipe is great for beginners and “pro” home cooks. Inspired by New York-style pizza, it has a delicious thin pizza crust that is chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside.
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Fudgy Sourdough Brookies
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This is a chocolatey sourdough brownie topped with gooey sourdough chocolate chip cookie dough. This results in the most incredible fudgy sourdough brookies! They’re chewy and rich, with just a hint of tang that makes them irresistible.
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Sourdough Discard Scones With Lemon Glaze
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These Lavender Sourdough Scones are easy to make and delicious. The floral lavender flavor and lemon glaze make them perfect for a party or an everyday treat. You can also make these Lavender scones without a sourdough starter, and they are just as delicious!
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Sourdough Granola Bars Recipe
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These Sourdough Granola Bars are soft and chewy, full of flavor, and incredibly easy to make. They make a great snack for your kids that you can feel good about since they are made with simple ingredients.
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Sourdough Discard Waffles
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These crisp Sourdough Discard Waffles are made with buttermilk and unfed sourdough discard for a hint of tang, along with chocolate chips and chopped strawberries for added sweetness.
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Sourdough Focaccia
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This Sourdough Focaccia is perfectly crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. It is super flavorful and has the tang of sourdough from the discard that is added in.
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Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies
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The best sourdough discard chocolate chip cookies are soft, buttery, and tangy, bursting with chocolate chips and a chewy texture. These delightful cookies can be made quickly or fermented for a longer period for improved digestibility.
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