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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 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 […]

sourdough cheese-stuffed biscuit bombs

Sourdough Cheese-Stuffed Biscuit Bombs (discard recipe)

If you’re looking for a quick and satisfying way to use up that sourdough discard, these cheese-stuffed biscuit bombs are it. Buttery, flaky, and loaded with gooey melted cheese in every bite, they come together fast and bake up beautifully golden. Brushed with garlic butter while they’re still warm, they’re the kind of savory snack […]

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 […]

sourdough zucchini scones

Zucchini Cheddar Sourdough Scones

If you’re looking for a savory way to use up extra sourdough discard, these Zucchini Cheddar Sourdough Scones are just the thing. They’re soft, flavorful, and loaded with fresh summer zucchini, sharp cheddar cheese, and just the right touch of spices. Perfect as a side for soup or salad, a grab-and-go breakfast, or a snack […]

sourdough sugar cookie cake

Sourdough Sugar Cookie Cake (soft & chewy)

This sourdough sugar cookie cake is a cozy, festive twist on my viral sugar cookie bars, and it might just be my new favorite way to serve them. I’ve adapted the original recipe into a soft, thick cookie-cake hybrid that bakes up beautifully in a sheet pan with tender edges and a melt-in-your-mouth center. It’s […]

Amish friendship peach muffins

Amish Friendship Peach Muffins (sourdough option included!)

These Amish Friendship Peach Muffins have quickly become one of my favorite bakes, right up there with my beloved chocolate chip version. They’re incredibly tender, just the right amount of sweet, and filled with juicy peaches in every bite. Topped with a buttery streusel and finished with a simple glaze, they have that bakery-style feel […]

sourdough peach cobbler scones

Peach Cobbler Sourdough Scones

These peach cobbler sourdough scones are everything I love about summer baking, warm, comforting, and filled with juicy, sun-ripened peaches. The dough is lightly sweetened and infused with cinnamon and vanilla, giving each bite that cozy, cobbler like flavor, while the sourdough discard adds just the right tang. Topped with a buttery streusel and finished […]