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Sourdough Discard Recipes

Make the most of your starter with our favorite sourdough discard recipes at Healing Slice. From sweet treats like Cinnamon Roll Muffins to savory bites like Sourdough Cheese Crackers and Egg Muffins, there's something for every craving.

Try Crescent Rolls, Bagel Scones, or crunchy Rosemary Garlic Crackers. Don’t miss Maple Snickerdoodle Muffins or Cheese-Stuffed Crescent Rolls to make your discard bakes unforgettable.

sourdough discard burger buns

Sourdough Discard Hamburger Buns (2 hour recipe!)

If you love my classic 100% sourdough hamburger buns, you’re going to adore this quick sourdough discard version. These soft, fluffy buns are adapted from my beloved original recipe but designed for days when you want fresh homemade buns without the long fermentation. With the help of sourdough discard and a little yeast, they come […]

sourdough discard Hawaiian rolls

Fluffy Sourdough Discard Hawaiian Rolls (soft and sweet!)

If you’ve been around here for a while, you know how much I love my 100% sourdough Hawaiian roll recipe. It’s one of my all-time favorites… soft, fluffy, perfectly sweet, and completely irresistible. But I know not everyone has an active starter ready to go at all times, so I created this version using sourdough […]

sourdough discard English muffins

Sourdough Discard English Muffins (soft & fluffy!)

You all have absolutely loved my 100% sourdough English muffin recipe, and so many of you have been asking for a discard version, so here we are! These sourdough discard English muffins have that same soft interior and classic nooks and crannies, but the method is a little different. While it’s still easy and much […]

sourdough chocolate chip cookies

Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies (no brown butter required)

If you’ve been looking for soft and chewy sourdough chocolate chip cookies without the extra steps, this recipe is for you. These cookies have crisp golden edges, gooey melty chocolate, and perfectly soft centers…with absolutely no bready texture. And the best part? No browning butter required. While a browned butter cookie can be delicious, I […]

High Protein Sourdough Discard Pizza Bagel Bites

High Protein Sourdough Discard Pizza Bagel Bites

If you loved my sourdough discard protein bagels, you’re going to love this fun spin-off. These High Protein Sourdough Discard Pizza Bagel Bites use that same soft, chewy, easy-to-work-with dough and turn it into the ultimate snackable pizza bite. The protein boost comes from Greek yogurt, which adds richness and structure without making the dough […]

sourdough discard french bread

Sourdough Discard French Bread (so soft!)

There’s something about my 100% sourdough French bread that so many of you have come to love, the flavor, the softness, the way it turns an ordinary dinner into something special. But sometimes we don’t have the hours a full sourdough rise needs… and we still have discard sitting in the jar asking to be […]

sourdough sugar cookies

Soft Sourdough Sugar Cookies (easy discard recipe!)

These sourdough sugar cookies are everything you want in a classic cookie… soft and chewy in the center with a delicate, slightly crisp edge, and absolutely not bready at all! The sourdough adds subtle depth of flavor without overpowering the sweetness, making them perfectly balanced and irresistibly nostalgic. Whether rolled in sugar or frosted with […]

everything bagel sourdough biscuit bombs

Everything Bagel Cheddar Sourdough Biscuit Bombs (easy discard recipe!)

If you’re looking for a warm, cheesy, pull-apart kind of snack, these Everything Bagel Cheddar Sourdough Biscuit Bombs are about to be your new favorite. Made with sourdough discard and infused with everything bagel seasoning, the dough bakes up soft and savory, then reveals a gooey cheddar cheese center in every bite. They’re simple, comforting, […]