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Sourdough Desserts

Welcome to the Healing Slice Sourdough Desserts category — your cozy corner for indulgent treats with a sourdough twist! Try rich favorites like Sourdough Blondies, ultra-fudgy Sourdough Brownies, and festive picks like Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls or Raspberry White Chocolate Brioche Hearts.

Craving fall coziness or summer fruit? Bake up a Sourdough Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread, Berry Galette, or Jammie Dodgers. Whether you use a sweet starter or need discard-friendly bakes, we’ve got something to inspire your next treat!

sourdough applesauce cake

Sourdough Applesauce Cake

This sourdough applesauce cake is pure autumn comfort. The applesauce keeps it incredibly moist and fresh, while the sourdough adds a rich, tender texture. Topped with tangy cream cheese frosting and a caramel swirl, it’s an irresistible upgrade that feels both cozy and decadent. Perfect for holidays or any fall gathering, though honestly—it’s heavenly all […]

sourdough Pumpkin blondies

Sourdough Pumpkin Blondies (discard recipe)

As the crisp air and golden leaves of autumn arrive, I couldn’t resist giving my trusted sourdough blondies a seasonal twist. By folding in smooth pumpkin purée, warm fall spices, creamy white chocolate, and crunchy pecans, these bars turn into a pumpkin-pie-inspired treat that’s both comforting and a little indulgent. They’re the perfect bake to […]

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Apple Cinnamon Sourdough Scones (w/ a caramel glaze!)

There’s just something magical about the way apples and cinnamon fill the kitchen with warmth, it’s the scent of comfort, of fall mornings, and slow afternoons with a mug of coffee in hand. These apple cinnamon sourdough scones are everything I love about cozy baking: tender, flaky layers with a subtle tang from sourdough, pockets […]

sourdough cinnamon swirl quick bread

Sourdough Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread

As the crisp air of autumn settles in and the days grow shorter, I find myself craving the kind of baking that warms both the kitchen and the soul. This Sourdough Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread is just that—a tender, golden loaf with ribbons of cinnamon sugar running through every slice and a sweet glaze on […]

chocolate chip sourdough scones

Chocolate Chip Sourdough Scones (easy discard recipe)

These Chocolate Chip Sourdough Scones are adapted from my beloved Best Sourdough Scones base recipe, but with a few extra special touches to bring all the nostalgic, cozy vibes of a chocolate chip cookie in scone form. I’ve tested and tweaked this version a few times to get the perfect balance of crisp edges, soft […]

sweet cherry sourdough rolls

Cherry Sourdough Sweet Rolls

If you loved my Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Brioche Rolls, you’re going to fall head over heels for these Cherry Sourdough Sweet Rolls. Made with the same soft, enriched dough, these rolls are swirled with a rich cherry filling and topped with a dreamy cream cheese glaze. They’re the perfect balance of sweet, fruity, and fluffy […]

best sourdough scone recipe

Best Sourdough Scone Base Recipe

Best Sourdough Scone Base Recipe. Over the years, my love for sourdough scones has only grown, what started as a simple bake has blossomed into nearly 20 different flavor variations on the site, from sweet classics to savory surprises. Behind every one of them is this master recipe: a tender, flaky, lightly tangy scone dough […]

blueberry lemon sourdough bricohe rolls

Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Brioche Rolls

There’s something extra special about baking with fresh blueberries during peak season, and these Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Brioche Rolls are the perfect way to celebrate it. Fluffy, rich, and gently sweet, they’re filled with juicy blueberries and a bright hint of lemon, then topped with a dreamy lemon-kissed icing. This recipe is adapted from my […]