10 Easy Sourdough Discard Recipes
If you bake sourdough regularly, discard starts multiplying like it pays rent. Instead of throwing it away, you can turn it into quick, delicious recipes that add flavor, texture, and just enough productivity to feel impressive. These recipes make sourdough discard useful, simple, and surprisingly versatile.
1. High-Protein Sourdough Pancake Recipe
Fluffy pancakes made with sourdough discard and protein-rich ingredients create an easy breakfast.
High-Protein Sourdough Pancake Recipe
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This High-Protein Sourdough Pancake Recipe combines sourdough starter, plant-based protein, and simple ingredients for fluffy vegan pancakes.
Servings – 4 servings
- Sourdough starter — 1 cup
- Whole-wheat flour — 1 cup
- Plant protein powder — ¼ cup
- Unsweetened plant milk — 1 cup
- Maple syrup — 2 tablespoons
- Baking soda — 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ¼ teaspoon
- Coconut oil — 1 tablespoon
2. Sourdough Banana Bread Protein Recipe
Banana bread with sourdough discard adds moisture and subtle tangy flavor.
Sourdough Banana Bread Protein Recipe
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This Sourdough Banana Bread Protein Recipe combines sourdough discard, ripe bananas, and plant-based protein for a moist vegan loaf.
Servings – 8 servings
- Sourdough discard — 1 cup
- Ripe bananas mashed — 1½ cups (about 3 bananas)
- Whole-wheat flour — 1½ cups
- Plant protein powder — ⅓ cup
- Maple syrup — ½ cup
- Unsweetened plant milk — ½ cup
- Coconut oil melted — ¼ cup
- Baking soda — 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract — 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
3. Savory Sourdough Waffle Recipe
Crispy waffles with sourdough flavor work perfectly for breakfast or brunch.
Savory Sourdough Waffle Recipe
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This Savory Sourdough Waffle Recipe uses sourdough starter, herbs, and plant-based ingredients to create crispy vegan waffles.
Servings – 4 servings
- Sourdough starter — 1 cup
- All-purpose flour — 1 cup
- Unsweetened plant milk — 1 cup
- Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
- Nutritional yeast — 2 tablespoons
- Baking powder — 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
- Fresh chives chopped — 2 tablespoons
4. Sourdough Pizza Dough Protein Recipe
Sourdough discard creates a chewy, flavorful pizza crust with added protein.
Sourdough Pizza Dough Protein Recipe
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This Sourdough Pizza Dough Protein Recipe uses sourdough starter and plant-based protein flour to create a chewy vegan pizza crust.
Servings – 4 servings
- Sourdough starter — 1 cup
- Bread flour — 2 cups
- Plant protein powder — ¼ cup
- Warm water — ¾ cup
- Olive oil — 1 tablespoon
- Salt — 1 teaspoon
5. Sourdough Chocolate Muffin Recipe
Rich chocolate muffins gain extra softness and depth from sourdough discard.
Sourdough Chocolate Muffin Recipe
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This Sourdough Chocolate Muffin Recipe combines sourdough discard, cocoa powder, and plant-based ingredients to create soft vegan muffins.
Servings – 8 servings
- Sourdough discard — 1 cup
- All-purpose flour — 1 cup
- Cocoa powder — ¼ cup
- Plant milk — ¾ cup
- Maple syrup — ½ cup
- Coconut oil melted — ¼ cup
- Baking soda — 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ¼ teaspoon
- Vegan chocolate chips — ½ cup
6. Sourdough Oat Cracker Recipe
Crunchy oat crackers make a simple snack or appetizer.
Sourdough Oat Cracker Recipe
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This Sourdough Oat Cracker Recipe transforms sourdough discard and oats into crispy vegan crackers with simple savory flavor.
Servings – 6 servings
- Sourdough discard — 1 cup
- Rolled oats — 1 cup
- Whole-wheat flour — ½ cup
- Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
- Salt — 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder — 1 teaspoon
- Dried rosemary — 1 teaspoon
- Water — 2 tablespoons
7. Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Recipe
Soft cinnamon rolls with sourdough discard add gentle tang and sweetness.
Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Recipe
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This Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Recipe uses sourdough starter to create soft vegan cinnamon rolls with sweet spiced filling.
Servings – 8 servings
Dough
- Sourdough starter — 1 cup
- All-purpose flour — 2½ cups
- Plant milk — ¾ cup
- Maple syrup — 3 tablespoons
- Coconut oil melted — 3 tablespoons
- Salt — 1 teaspoon
Filling
- Brown sugar — ½ cup
- Cinnamon — 1½ tablespoons
- Coconut oil — 2 tablespoons
Glaze
- Powdered sugar — 1 cup
- Plant milk — 2 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract — ½ teaspoon
8. Sourdough Flatbread Protein Recipe
Quick flatbread made with discard pairs well with dips and spreads.
Sourdough Flatbread Protein Recipe
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This Sourdough Flatbread Protein Recipe uses sourdough starter and plant-based protein flour to create soft vegan flatbread.
Servings – 6 servings
- Sourdough starter — 1 cup
- Whole-wheat flour — 1½ cups
- Plant protein powder — ¼ cup
- Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
- Warm water — ½ cup
- Salt — 1 teaspoon
9. Sourdough Protein Cookie Recipe
Soft cookies made with sourdough discard create a unique texture and flavor.
Sourdough Protein Cookie Recipe
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This Sourdough Protein Cookie Recipe combines sourdough discard, plant protein powder, and simple vegan ingredients to create chewy cookies.
Servings – 12 servings
- Sourdough discard — 1 cup
- All-purpose flour — 1 cup
- Plant protein powder — ⅓ cup
- Coconut oil melted — ⅓ cup
- Maple syrup — ½ cup
- Vanilla extract — 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda — ½ teaspoon
- Salt — ¼ teaspoon
- Vegan chocolate chips — ½ cup
10. Sourdough Soft Pretzel Recipe
Chewy pretzels with sourdough discard deliver classic bakery-style results.
Sourdough Soft Pretzel Recipe
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This Sourdough Soft Pretzel Recipe uses sourdough starter to create chewy vegan pretzels with classic salty flavor.
Servings – 8 servings
Dough
- Sourdough starter — 1 cup
- Bread flour — 3 cups
- Warm water — 1 cup
- Olive oil — 1 tablespoon
- Salt — 1 teaspoon
Boiling solution
- Water — 6 cups
- Baking soda — 2 tablespoons
Topping
- Coarse salt — 2 teaspoons
