Sourdough Discard Recipes · Seasonal Cravings (2024)

Ever found yourself staring at that jar of discard from your sourdough starter, wondering what to do with it? Well, wonder no more, because this article is here to rescue you from that culinary conundrum! We're diving into the world of sourdough discard recipes, where every spoonful of that tangy goodness becomes a star ingredient in a wide array of delectable dishes. From fluffy pancakes to crispy crackers and even flavorful flatbreads, there's no limit to the creative ways you can use up that discard. Whether you're a seasoned sourdough baker or just getting started on your sourdough journey, these recipes will help you put that discard to delicious use and reduce waste in the kitchen. So, let's roll up our sleeves and turn that discard into culinary gold!

The Best Sourdough Discard Banana Bread

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With the tell-tale crack the best sourdough discard banana bread is perfectly baked and moist using dates and honey for sweetness.
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Strawberry Stuffed Sourdough Pancakes Are Amazing

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Strawberry stuffed sourdough pancakes are a must for your friends and family and guarantees you rock-star status in the kitchen.
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Easy Sourdough Pumpkin Muffins

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Put your extra sourdough starter to use and make a batch of these moist, tender sourdough pumpkin muffins! Perfect for fall!
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Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls

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Have leftover discard starter? Make these easy Sourdough Discard CInnamon Rolls. They turn out light and fluffy when baked.
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Sourdough Blueberry Scones

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These Sourdough Blueberry Scones are light and flaky with crispy crumbly edges, juicy blueberries, and fresh thyme.
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Super Soft Sourdough Honey Wheat Bread

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Get sourdough bread on the table in just a few hours with this easy sourdough honey wheat bread recipe! It's our family favorite.
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Fried Sourdough Chicken

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Fried Sourdough Chicken is a unique way to use up excess sourdough discard. Plus they are tender, juicy, and crispy.
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Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Cookies have crispy edges, gooey chocolate centers, and a perfect balance of flavors! Best of all, they're easy to make!
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Sourdough Cornbread

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Sourdough cornbread made from a sourdough discard that is soft, moist, fluffy and the perfect companion for that pot of chili.
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Brown Butter Sourdough Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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Soft and chewy, these Sourdough Oatmeal Raisin Cookies have a nutty, caramelized flavor from brown butter. The recipe has lots of tips and you can make ahead!
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Sourdough Zucchini Bread

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This sourdough zucchini bread is everything. Incredibly soft, moist, a slight bit of spice and full of fresh zucchini.
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Sourdough Chocolate Chip Muffins

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These sourdough chocolate chip muffins are light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet with a slight tang provided by the sourdough discard.
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Homemade Sourdough Bagels

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Sourdough bagels made at home are a fun project to use sourdough discard or work perfectly fine with any active sourdough starter.
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Sourdough Crescent Rolls

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Sourdough crescent rolls are soft, buttery, ever so slightly sweet with a nicely rounded sourdough flavor. They are the perfect accompaniment to your
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Moist Vanilla Sourdough Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

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These vanilla sourdough cupcakes are so moist and tender that they'll be the best cupcakes you've ever have. They're so easy to make!
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Sourdough Coffee Cookies With Mascarpone Filling

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These delicious sourdough coffee cookies are super soft and chewy and have a creamy mascarpone filling. A coffee dessert with a twist.
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Homemade Sourdough Discard Waffles

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These sourdough discard waffles are a great way to use up sourdough discard. Top with maple syrup and fresh berries for a tasty breakfast.
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Sourdough Discard Garlic Knots

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Sourdough discard garlic knots are a great use for sourdough discard. The garlic knots bake up quickly and get smothered with garlic butter.
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Sourdough Discard Pizza

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The best sourdough discard pizza is full of flavor and quick to make. Discard packs huge flavor into this quick pizza dough.
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Sourdough Crepe Recipe

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If you want to make a delicious breakfast or a unique dessert then you have to try this Sourdough Crepe Recipe. Super easy to make with just a handful of
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FAQs

Does sourdough discard still have health benefits? ›

Technically, sourdough discard has the same benefits as sourdough starter, since they are both wild yeast ferments. In terms of beneficial lactic acid bacteria, natural yeasts acetic acid and colonies of microbes, they are both full of them.

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Can you do anything with sourdough starter discard? ›

You can always use this discard by directly mixing it into a dough for baking. Your discard, as long as it's in good shape, will leaven any bread dough just as well. The discard is just like a levain you would make for a recipe. The only difference is it's the same makeup as your starter.

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What happens if you feed sourdough starter without discarding? ›

If you don't get rid of the excess, eventually you'll have more starter than your feedings can sustain. After a few days, your daily 1/4 cup flour and water won't be enough to sustain your entire jar of starter, and your starter will be slow and sluggish, not much better than discard itself.

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Is sourdough good or bad for the gut? ›

Sourdough bread may be easier to digest than white bread for some people. According to some studies, sourdough bread acts as a prebiotic, which means that the fiber in the bread helps feed the “good” bacteria in your intestines. These bacteria are important for maintaining a stable, healthy digestive system.

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Can I use sourdough discard straight from the fridge? ›

Yes you can use sourdough discard straight from the fridge, you don't need to let it come to room temperature if you don't want to. What is this? If you are using it straight from the fridge it may be a little stiff or thick, so you'll need to ensure you mix it really well.

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How long is sourdough discard usable? ›

You can store mature sourdough discard in the refrigerator indefinitely. As long as there is no mold, it is good to use. It may develop a grayish liquid on top called “hooch” which can be poured off before use or stirred in. If you stir it in, the flavor will become more sour.

Can you freeze sourdough discard? ›

Can you freeze sourdough discard? Technically, yes. But for the best results, you are better off freezing an active and healthy sourdough starter. Because some of the yeast dies when frozen, you want the starter to have as much healthy yeast as possible prior to freezing.

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Can you add to a starter without discarding? ›

How to increase a starter. If your recipe calls for more than 227g (about 1 cup) of starter, feed it without discarding until you've reached the amount you need (plus 113g to keep and feed again).

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Why throw away half of sourdough starter? ›

As part of the feeding process, most bakers discard some of their sourdough starter before adding fresh flour and water to the jar. This is done to refresh the acidity levels (think sweet vs. sour smell) and to manage its overall growth in size. This technique is crucial for successful sourdough bread.

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Should I stir my sourdough starter before feeding? ›

Do you stir sourdough starter before using it? No you do not have to stir sourdough starter before you use it.

Does sourdough starter have health benefits? ›

May support gut health

Although the beneficial microbes in the starter tend to be lost during the baking process, the fibre and plant compounds, called polyphenols, become more bio-available. These act as an important fuel source for our gut microbes, which explains why sourdough is a gut-friendly choice.

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