Easy Sourdough Discard Recipes
Want some easy sourdough discard recipes to use up that extra sourdough you have in the fridge? I’ve got you covered with some amazing and simple sourdough discard baked goods you will love!
This is a great way to use sourdough that is no longer active or when you are building up your first sourdough starter and have a lot of discard initially! Don’t throw it away it’s still flavourful and great to use in so many ways.
From sourdough crackers to breads and breakfast options you will find a large variety of recipes below that are simple and delicious.
Why Bake Sourdough Goods?
There are so many reasons why you should first of all bakes at home from scratch yourself. And fermenting your flour is just another great bonus.
- From scratch food is pretty much always healthier than store bought bread and baked goodies. Just look at the ingredient list for bread alone and that should make you want to make your own!
- It’s cheaper to make your own baked items. Prices can vary drastically from cheap products filled with additives to very expensive items that are deemed to be cleaner.
- You will save a lot of money making your own!
- Sourdough helps to increase the nutrient content in your food because it ferments the flour.
- It’s easier to digest sourdough products as phytic acid levels get decreased and once again more nutrients are made available.
- It adds a really lovely flavour to your baked goods that you just can’t get from store bought products.
What Is Sourdough Discard?
Sourdough discard is just the sourdough that is not currently active and bubbly. When making a sourdough starter you will end up with a lot of discards with the constant feeding to build up your starter.
Instead of discarding this product like many people say to do you can easily make delicious and nutritious food with it.
Discard doesn’t normally rise as well as active starter does because it’s lost its strength. The bacteria are no longer at their peak producing bubbles and rising.
Discard can have a few bubbles in it if it’s been fed somewhat recently or it’s flat if it hasn’t’ been fed in a few days. Here are some sourdough discard recipes I think you will love!
Easy Sourdough Discard Recipes
A list of easy sourdough discard recipes you will love. From breakfast ideas, snack options and delicious side dishes! You’re going to love these recipes just like so many others who have tried them!
Sourdough Waffles
An easy and delicious homemade waffle recipe your family will love. These waffles are light and fluffy just like any good waffle should be.
This recipe uses 2 cups of sourdough discard making it a great way to use up any extra you have on hand. Click this link for the sourdough waffle recipe!
Fluffy Sourdough Pancakes
Homemade pancakes are just a classic for breakfast. Everyone needs a good pancake recipe.
This recipe uses up lots of sourdough discard, mixed with some butter, honey and eggs and you got yourself the perfect easy pancakes!
Click here for this delicious sourdough pancake recipe.
Simple Sourdough Crepes
Probably my favourite breakfast recipe are crepes! Homemade crepes are packed full of protein and the filling is super versatile.
You can make these crepes savoury or sweet. All you need is sourdough discard, melted butter, several eggs and a little sugar to make these melt in your mouth crepes.
Click here for this simple crepe recipe.
Sourdough German Pancakes
Homemade German pancakes are another great breakfast or snack option. The toppings can make this go either sweet or savoury.
A very simple and quick recipe to make when you are in a pinch. These German pancakes are packed full of protein, so you start your morning right.
For this fluffy German pancake recipe click here!
Homemade Sourdough Crumpets
Soft and fluffy homemade crumpets what’s not to love! Don’t buy the store ones anymore they don’t compare to homemade ones and are so much healthier.
As long as you have some egg rings, crumpet rings are slightly bigger you can make this recipe! Basic ingredients and a great way to use up sourdough discard.
For this Sourdough discard crumpet recipe click here!
Delicious Sourdough Pop Tarts
Want a healthier alternative to store bought pop tarts? This pop tart recipe is simple to make, a lot healthier than the store-bought version and can be made using sourdough discard.
You can prepare the dough in advance and store it in the fridge for several days making it super convenient. Have fun trying out different fillings.
A simple breakfast or snack option that is a real treat! For this sourdough pop tart recipe click here!
Thin Sourdough Pizza Crust
Pizza must be one of the most popular foods to eat! This is one of my most popular recipes as well with many comments on Pinterest.
It’s very easy to make, makes a thin crunchy crust, and uses a lot of sourdough discard. You will absolutely love this recipe.
The pizza crust can be premade and frozen as well for another day! If you want to give this sourdough pizza crust recipe a try, click the link!
Best Sourdough Pizza Rolls
Do not buy the store-bought pizza rolls again! These homemade pizza rolls are absolutely bursting with flavour and are so easy to make!
Infuse the dough with Italian seasoning and garlic while it ferments, add whatever filling your heart desires, load it with cheese and bake!
This will be your go to recipe, a great lunch or snack option that kids and adults will love!
For this mouth-watering sourdough pizza roll recipe click the link!
Chocolate Chip Sourdough Cookies
The perfect make ahead recipe! You can premake this dough and let it sit in the fridge for up to 5 days before having to bake it! The longer you leave it the better your cookies will be!
Of course you can bake right away too! This is a buttery melt in your mouth chocolate filled cookie recipe. Easy to make and even the kids can get involved.
If you want to give this sourdough chocolate chip cookie recipe a try, click the link!
Easy Sourdough Scones
Want to impress someone with your homemade scones? These scones are simple and no fuss. Use your sourdough discard to make light and fluffy flavourful scones.
Great for breakfast, morning tea or a little snack! While traditionally we like to top with jam and cream don’t be shy, they can be used like you would biscuits.
We even like to add bacon and eggs inside and eat it like a breakfast sandwich. If you want to make these delicious and soft sourdough scones click the link!
Fluffy Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Soft and buttery homemade sourdough cinnamon rolls! Roll the dough out to a larger rectangle to get lots of mini sourdough cinnamon rolls instead of larger ones!
This basic recipe is simple to follow and taste oh so good. You can add whatever filling you like but for this one butter, rapadura sugar and cinnamon is what we use.
If you want to check out how to make your own sourdough discard cinnamon rolls, click the link!
Sourdough Shortbread Cookie
These are the perfect cookies to go with tea or coffee! Or of course you can just enjoy them as they are.
I love recipes you can make ahead and stick in the fridge and freezer and these are no different. Make the dough ahead of time and let it slowly ferment in the fridge or even freeze it and slice and bake when you are ready!
Great cookies to have on hand when guests are coming over or you need to bring something to share. For this super simple melt in your mouth sourdough shortbread cookie recipe click the link!
Crunchy Sourdough Crackers
Make your own homemade crackers with this simple recipe. A great way to use up a lot of sourdough discard quickly and easily.
You can change up the flavours to make the crackers taste the way you want. Wether you want to add rosemary and salt, Italian seasoning and garlic or just lots of cheese! It’s easy to customise to your taste.
For this simple and crunchy sourdough cracker recipe click the link!
Sourdough Focaccia
I had never eaten or made focaccia until I started getting more into sourdough. Decided to try it, loved it and came up with my own recipe.
Sourdough focaccia is kind of like a thick pizza base that is crunchy and flavourful on the outside but light and fluffy on the inside. It’s really delicious especially with a dipping sauce!
You can add whatever toppings you like from vegetables, meats or just cheese! For this simple sourdough focaccia recipe click the link!
Soft Sourdough French Bread
This is a great beginner bread recipe that uses sourdough discard. If you want an easy French bread recipe that is flavourful and can store in the freezer well, you will love this one!
I like to make extra, bake it, let it cool, add toppings, and then wrap it and store it in the freezer for a quick ready to go side dish.
If you want to start making your own Sourdough French bread recipe click the link!
Chewy Sourdough Bagels
This is a must try recipe. It’s so easy to make, soft and chewy on the inside with a lovely shine on the outside.
These bagels store well in the counter, in the fridge or even the freezer. Top it with cream cheese and honey, or use them to make sandwiches, you won’t be dissapointed.
We make these on repeat and I’m sure you will too! To start making your own chewy sourdough bagels click the link!
Sourdough Granola Bars
This is a simple snack recipe that sneaks in some sourdough discard. Homemade granola bars are inexpensive, simple and a lot healthier than your store bought ones.
They store well and the flavour combinations can be easily changed to suit your liking. If you want to give this sourdough granola bar recipe a try, click the link!
Conclusion
I hope you were able to be inspired and found some sourdough discard recipes you are excited to make! I try to keep all my recipes simple and easy to follow.
Let me know which recipe you are most excited to try in the comments below! See you in my next post!
