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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 apple cinnamon sticks

Sourdough Apple Cinnamon Sticks (discard recipe)

There’s just something about taking my beloved sourdough cinnamon sticks and giving them a fall-inspired twist that makes me so happy. These Sourdough Apple Cinnamon Sticks are filled with a cozy apple topping, a sweet cinnamon crumble, and an optional caramel glaze that takes them straight to dessert heaven. If you loved my original cinnamon […]

sourdough peanut butter spider cookies

Sourdough Peanut Butter Spider Cookies

These Sourdough Peanut Butter Spider Cookies are a playful Halloween twist on my beloved Amish Peanut Butter Cookies-the soft, chewy classic that everyone loves. This recipe uses an  Amish Friendship Sourdough Starter for a little extra depth of flavor and that perfectly tender texture, but don’t worry, regular sourdough discard works beautifully too. Topped with […]

sourdough pumpkin donut muffins

Pumpkin Sourdough Donut Muffins

These Pumpkin Sourdough Donut Muffins are a cozy fall twist on my beloved Sourdough Donut Muffins, the recipe so many of you have baked and loved! They have the same soft, tender crumb and warm cinnamon-sugar coating, but with the addition of real pumpkin and autumn spices that make them perfect for the season. Each […]

sourdough discard apple cinnamon roll muffins

Sourdough Discard Apple Cinnamon Roll Muffins

There’s just something magical about the combination of sourdough, cinnamon, and apples when the weather starts to cool down. These Sourdough Discard Apple Cinnamon Roll Muffins are a fall-inspired twist on my beloved Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Muffins, the recipe so many of you have fallen in love with! They have everything you adore about […]

apple cider sourdough donut muffins

Apple Cider Sourdough Donut Muffins

There’s something about apple cider that instantly tastes like fall, cozy, crisp, and full of warmth. These Apple Cider Sourdough Donut Muffins are a seasonal twist on my beloved sourdough donut muffins recipe, one of the most popular fall bakes on the blog. Infused with apple cider and rolled in spiced sugar, they’re soft, fluffy, […]

Amish maple sugar cookies

Amish Friendship Maple Sugar Cookies (sourdough option included)

There’s something truly special about baking with an Amish friendship sourdough starter -the milk-based sourdough adds a subtle tang and tenderness that you just can’t get from regular cookies. These maple sugar cookies take that nostalgic starter to the next level, with maple syrup woven into both the cookie dough and the sweet glaze on […]

sourdough discard pumpkin sticks

Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Sticks

These Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Sticks are a fun, seasonal twist on my beloved and popular sourdough cinnamon sticks—and they’re every bit as irresistible. Soft, fluffy, and swirled with warm autumn spices, they bring together the earthy sweetness of pumpkin and the tang of sourdough in the most comforting way. Drizzled with a sweet glaze and […]

maple bacon sourdough scones

Maple Bacon Sourdough Scones (with maple glaze)

There’s just something magical about the balance of sweet and savory, and these Maple Bacon Sourdough Scones capture it perfectly. Golden and buttery with crisp edges, they’re studded with smoky bits of bacon and finished with a drizzle of maple glaze that ties everything together. The sourdough starter adds just the right depth of flavor, […]