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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 ghost fougasse

Sourdough Ghost Fougasse (easy Halloween recipe)

There’s something magical about turning my kitchen into a little bakery each fall, the smell of sourdough baking, the flicker of candles on the counter, and that cozy anticipation that Halloween brings. This year, I took my beloved original sourdough fougasse recipe and gave it a spooky twist: ghost-shaped sourdough fougasse. It’s the same crisp, […]

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 […]