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Sourdough

Discover all things sourdough—bread and discard recipes, tips, and more! Sourdough is a natural yeast made from just flour and water, rich in prebiotics, antioxidants, and nutrients that support gut health and keep you satisfied longer.

Make sure to check out my simple sourdough recipe and my popular Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread (not too tangy!)

It's delicious, fun to flavor, and easier than you think. Whether you're baking loaves or getting creative with your discard, my goal is to help you feel confident and inspired. Browse around and happy baking!

sourdough pumpkin sheet pan pancakes with cinnamon swirl

Sourdough Pumpkin Sheet Pan Pancakes (with cinnamon swirl!)

These Sourdough Pumpkin Sheet Pan Pancakes are a cozy fall twist on my beloved Sourdough Sheet Pan Pancakes! Made with pumpkin puree, warm fall spices, and sourdough discard, these pancakes are soft, fluffy, and packed with flavor. A buttery cinnamon sugar mixture is swirled right into the batter, giving you all the delicious flavors of […]

brown sugar maple cookies

Sourdough Brown Sugar Maple Cookies

These sourdough brown sugar maple cookies bring together rich brown sugar, pure maple syrup, and a sweet maple glaze in one cozy cookie. With soft centers and golden edges, they’re a delicious way to use up sourdough discard, and there’s no need to brown the butter! Enjoy one with your afternoon coffee or add a […]

sourdough discard pizza biscuit bombs

Sourdough Discard Pizza Biscuit Bombs

If you loved my cheese stuffed biscuit bombs, you’re going to love this pizza-inspired version. These sourdough discard pizza bombs are buttery, flaky, and packed with melty mozzarella and pepperoni, then brushed with seasoned garlic butter, topped with even more cheese, and finished with a drizzle of warm pizza sauce. They’re easy to make, incredibly […]

sourdough spider oreos

Sourdough Spider Web Chocolate Cookies (Easy Halloween Recipe)

If you loved my viral Sourdough Oreo Cookies, you’re going to have so much fun with this Halloween version! These Sourdough Spider Web Chocolate Cookies have the same rich, fudgy chocolate cookie base made with sourdough discard, but they’re decorated with spooky marshmallow spider webs for an easy festive touch. They’re soft, chewy, loaded with […]

braided sourdough discard pumpkin challah

Braided Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Challah

If you love my 100% Sourdough Pumpkin Challah, you’re going to adore this easy discard version! It has the same soft, fluffy texture, rich pumpkin flavor, and beautiful braided appearance, but uses sourdough discard and a little yeast to create a simple same-day loaf. Lightly sweetened and perfectly spiced, this pumpkin challah is as delicious […]

sourdough pumpkin cinnamon roll scones

Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Scones (easy discard recipe)

These Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Scones are the ultimate fall mashup, a cozy hybrid of my cinnamon roll scones and pumpkin scones. They’re soft, flaky, warmly spiced, swirled with cinnamon sugar, and finished with a sweet maple glaze for a treat that feels like pure fall magic in every bite. Why you’ll love this recipe […]

sourdough pumpkin challah

Sourdough Pumpkin Challah (same day bake!)

If you’ve made my beloved Sourdough Challah, then you already know just how soft, fluffy, and irresistible it is. This fall-inspired version takes everything you love about that tried-and-true recipe and gives it a cozy seasonal twist with real pumpkin, warm baking spices, and a buttery cinnamon sugar coating. Thanks to a sweet levain and […]

cinnamon sugar scone

Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Scones

If you love cinnamon rolls and flaky scones, you’re going to love this recipe. I took my favorite sourdough discard scone recipe and elevated it by sandwiching a buttery cinnamon sugar filling between two layers of dough before baking them until perfectly golden. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze, these Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Scones […]