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Don't ditch the discard.
Sourdough starter acts as the binder here. Thanks to it, you'll get crunchy clusters without having to add much extra fat or sweetener.
Recipe: Sourdough Granola Clusters
This version makes enough for four pizza crusts — and includes instructions on how to freeze leftovers.
Recipe: Sourdough Pizza Crust
Pair these easy sheet pan crackers with cheese or jam — they're thin, crispy, and super versatile.
Compared to regular brownies, these have a little extra tang thanks to the sourdough. They also stay extra fudgy in the middle!
Recipe: Sourdough Brownies
Scallion pancakes are one of fastest (and easiest) ways to use leftover starter. You'll just chop a few scallions then toss everything into a hot skillet to cook for a few minutes.
Recipe: Sourdough Scallion Pancakes
Fair warning that these are a bit of project — but the final product is worth it.
Recipe: Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Sourdough discard gives these an extra tender and flaky texture — and nixes the need for any buttermilk.
Recipe: Flaky Sourdough Biscuits
One of the best things you can pair with a morning cup, IMHO.
Recipe: Sourdough Coffee Cake
Instead of sugar, this version uses a bit of honey and molasses to sweeten. (If you don't have hazelnuts, swap in any other nut — or leave 'em out!)
Recipe: Sourdough Muffins with Apples, Molasses, and Hazelnuts
The cool thing about this all-purpose recipe? You can use your starter no matter what stage it's in: whether it's a sleepy fridge starter or a super bubbly one.
Recipe: Classic Sourdough Waffles
We're all making tortillas during quarantine anyway, right? Might as well add these to the list!
Recipe: Sourdough Tortillas
These have golden rasins, crushed pineapple, and shredded carrots for sweetness.
Recipe: Sourdough Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
If you don't have za'atar, toss together your own blend with oregano, cumin, coriander, sesame seeds, and sumac.
Take your pick: buttery original, savory garlic and Parmesan, or sweet cinnamon sugar.
Recipe: Sourdough Pretzels
This one is perfect if you're looking for a weekend project. The main thing you'll need is time — three days, to be exact — but you'll be rewarded with seriously flaky (and bakery-worthy!) croissants.
Recipe: Sourdough Croissants
Chocolate makes everything better, clearly.
Recipe: Sourdough Discard Brownies
Make a double batch of the crumble and freeze half for future treats: apple pies, peach crisps, strawberry cobblers.
Recipe: Sourdough Blueberry Crumb Cake
Topped with sweet and salty pepitas for extra crunch.
Recipe: Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Bread
If you don't have pears, swap in just about any other fruit. Apples, berries, peaches, and plums all work!
Remember to keep your hands wet — or use a wet bench scraper — if the dough gets too sticky as you're working with it.
Recipe: Sourdough English Muffins