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13 Savory Sourdough Discard Recipes

This collection of savory sourdough discard recipes provides easy and delicious ways to make the most of your excess starter. From pasta to pretzels, here you'll find a variety of sourdough treats that are more salty than sweet.

Four images of sourdough recipes. Clockwise starting from the top left, the recipes include sourdough tortillas, sourdough pasta, sourdough soft pretzels, and sourdough pizza dough. In the center of the image is text that reads "Savory Sourdough Discard Recipes."

While I enjoy baking sweets, I've found that using sourdough discard for everyday basics like tortillas, pizza dough, and pasta is my favorite way to use up my excess starter. It's been over a year since I started making my own sourdough versions, and I haven't bought pizza dough or tortillas from the store since!

This collection of savory sourdough discard recipes is perfect for minimizing food waste and adding that unique tangy taste to your meals. Whether you're craving buttery garlic knots or fluffy soft pretzels, these recipes show just how versatile sourdough starter discard can be.

🍞 Don't have a sourdough starter of your own? Check out my guide on how to make sourdough starter from scratch for tips on feeding, maintaining, and storing a starter.

Table of Contents -
1. Pizza Dough
2. Grilled Pizza
3. Hamburger Buns
4. Tortillas
5. Pasta
6. Naan Bread
7. Pita Bread
8. Whole Wheat Crackers
9. Cheese Crackers
10. Buttermilk Biscuits
11. Soft Pretzels
12. Garlic Knots
13. Irish Soda Bread
13 Savory Sourdough Discard Recipes
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1. Pizza Dough

Two balls of sourdough discard pizza dough on a lightly floured wooden pizza peel.
Sourdough Pizza Dough
This Sourdough Discard Pizza Dough has a distinctively tangy flavor with an airy, open crumb and satisfyingly crispy texture. Made with no yeast and nearly two cups of unfed starter, this sourdough pizza crust is ready the same day and requires no kneading.
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Sourdough discard pizza dough stretched out on a pizza peel.

2. Grilled Pizza

Sourdough grilled pizza on a gas grill.
Grilled Sourdough Pizza
Take your pizza nights to the next level with this Grilled Sourdough Pizza recipe. Tangy sourdough discard pizza dough grills up light and crispy, pairing perfectly with your favorite toppings for a delicious summer pizza!
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Grilled sourdough pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and basil on a gas grill.

3. Hamburger Buns

A hand holding up a sesame seed sourdough hamburger bun.
Sourdough Hamburger Buns
These Sourdough Discard Hamburger Buns are extra soft and fluffy thanks to a special ingredient - malt powder. They're easy to make using a stand mixer, require no yeast, and are perfect for your next burger night.
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A stack of three sourdough hamburger buns on a white plate.

4. Tortillas

Several sourdough discard tortillas wrapped in a white tea towel.
Sourdough Tortillas
These Sourdough Discard Tortillas are made with butter for a soft, fluffy, and flavorful tortilla that's perfect for taco night. Made with only 5 ingredients and ready in just over an hour, these homemade sourdough tortillas require no kneading and are make ahead-friendly. Recipe adapted from Alexandra's Kitchen.
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A pile of sourdough discard tortillas on a white cloth.

5. Pasta

Homemade sourdough pasta nests on a baking sheet.
Sourdough Pasta
Homemade Sourdough Pasta is easy to make and is perfect for using up excess sourdough discard. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, this sourdough discard pasta can be ready in under an hour or left to ferment overnight in the refrigerator.
Yield: Approximately 1 pound of pasta
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Three nests of homemade sourdough pasta noodles on a flour-dusted baking sheet.

6. Naan Bread

A stack of sourdough discard naan breads on a white cloth napkin. The top naan bread is brushed with olive oil and parsley.
Sourdough Naan
This Sourdough Discard Naan Bread is super soft and fluffy with a slightly tangy flavor. Made with no added yeast, this easy sourdough discard recipe requires no kneading and is ready in just a few hours.
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Sourdough discard naan bread on a wooden counter.

7. Pita Bread

A piece of sourdough pita being dipped into a bowl of hummus.
Sourdough Discard Pita Bread
This Sourdough Discard Pita Bread recipe is made only with starter - no yeast required! Ready the same day, this no-knead flatbread is an easy way to prevent sourdough discard waste.
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A stack of fresh sourdough discard pita bread.

8. Whole Wheat Crackers

Whole wheat sourdough crackers on a piece of parchment paper.
Whole Wheat Sourdough Crackers
These Sourdough Discard Crackers are made with just 5 ingredients, including whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt, for a healthy, homemade snack you can feel good about. Easy to make, this same-day sourdough discard recipe is customizable and make ahead-friendly.
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Sourdough discard crackers with hummus on a small white plate.

9. Cheese Crackers

Sourdough cheese crackers on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Sourdough Cheese Crackers
These Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers are perfectly crispy and loaded with real cheddar cheese. With just 5 simple ingredients, you can have this easy sourdough discard recipe ready for snacking in no time.
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A metal spatula lifting sourdough discard cheese crackers off of a parchment-lined baking sheet.

10. Buttermilk Biscuits

Three sourdough discard biscuits stacked in a triangle shape on top of a wooden pizza peel. Out of focus in the background is a skillet of biscuits and a small glass jar of butter.
Sourdough Buttermilk Biscuits
These Sourdough Discard Biscuits are super soft and tender with lots of buttery, flaky layers. Made with real buttermilk and sourdough discard, they're perfect for your next holiday breakfast or brunch.
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Three sourdough discard biscuits stacked in a triangle shape on top of a wooden pizza peel. Out of focus in the background is a skillet of biscuits and a small glass jar of butter.

11. Soft Pretzels

Sourdough soft pretzels on a plate with honey mustard dipping sauce in a small bowl.
Sourdough Soft Pretzels
These Sourdough Soft Pretzels have a classic salted pretzel flavor and chew but with a tangy sourdough twist. Made with no yeast, this easy sourdough discard recipe is ready for snacking the same day.
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A plate of sourdough soft pretzels with honey mustard dipping sauce.

12. Garlic Knots

Sourdough garlic knots in a square baking pan. There is half a head of garlic next to the pan.
Sourdough Garlic Knots
These Sourdough Discard Garlic Knots are soft, pillowy, and slathered with plenty of garlicky, buttery goodness. Made with no yeast, this easy sourdough discard recipe is ready the same day. It's the perfect appetizer or side dish for any meal!
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A small plate of sourdough garlic knots garnished with grated parmesan cheese.

13. Irish Soda Bread

A loaf of sourdough Irish soda bread cut into slices. One of the slices has butter on it and there is a butter knife laying next to the loaf.
Sourdough Irish Soda Bread
This Sourdough Irish Soda Bread has a soft, tender crumb and a crusty, golden-brown exterior with a chewy texture. It’s made with sourdough discard for a unique twist on the traditional Irish recipe - perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!
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A loaf of sourdough Irish soda bread cut into slices. One of the slices has butter on it and there is a butter knife laying next to the loaf.

13 Savory Sourdough Discard Recipes

  1. Pizza Dough
  2. Grilled Pizza
  3. Hamburger Buns
  4. Tortillas
  5. Pasta
  6. Naan Bread
  7. Pita Bread
  8. Whole Wheat Crackers
  9. Cheese Crackers
  10. Buttermilk Biscuits
  11. Soft Pretzels
  12. Garlic Knots
  13. Irish Soda Bread
A cover of a recipe ebook with the title "Everyday Sourdough: 27 Sweet & Savory Sourdough Discard Recipes." There is an image of sourdough discard cinnamon rolls on the front. At the bottom, it reads "By Ashley Petrie of Everyday Homemade."
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Are you tired of watching your sourdough discard go to waste?

It’s time to turn excess discard into something delicious with my new ebook - Everyday Sourdough!

Inside, you’ll find 27 tried-and-true sourdough discard recipes that will transform your leftover starter into mouthwatering creations your family and friends will love.

No more guilt about wasting your discard - with Everyday Sourdough, you have endless options to quickly make something amazing anytime.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use sourdough discard straight from the fridge?

Yes, you can use sourdough discard directly from the fridge. In most recipes, its temperature won't matter much. If the recipe needs the discard for rising, it might just take a bit longer to ferment.

How long can I keep sourdough discard in the fridge before using it?

You can usually store sourdough discard in the fridge for about two weeks before using it in recipes. However, I've used discard that's a month old and it still worked fine. Just make sure it doesn't look or smell spoiled, and feel free to experiment to find what works best for you!

How can I tell if my sourdough discard is still good to use?

Good sourdough discard won't show mold and won't smell musty. It might have a slight alcohol smell, which is normal. Sometimes it develops a gray liquid called "hooch" on top, a sign the yeast are hungry. Hooch is safe to mix back into the starter and does not mean the discard is bad.

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