These summer sourdough recipes are perfect for warmer weather - think picnic sandwiches, easy snacks for the beach, and summer-inspired desserts to end the day.
As much as I love baking, I’ll admit—it’s hard to get motivated to turn the oven on when it’s 95 degrees and humid outside.
But as a sourdough food blogger, I’m always finding ways to keep sourdough in my life, even during the summer.
That’s why I’ve rounded up 31 of my favorite sourdough recipes that are perfect for the hot months ahead.
From sourdough bread inclusions like dill pickles and blueberries to easy sandwiches, snacks, and even sourdough ice cream for dessert—this list has something for everyone.
I hope it inspires you to enjoy sourdough all summer long!
Sourdough Bread Recipes for Summer
- Jalapeño Cheddar Sourdough Bread: A savory, spicy bread made with cheddar cheese and garden-fresh jalapeños.
- Sourdough Pickle Bread: A tangy, savory bread that's perfect for summer sandwiches—especially if you make your own pickles from garden-fresh cucumbers.
- Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Bread: A sweet sourdough bread that makes use of in-season blueberries.
- S'mores Sourdough Bread: Your favorite summer treat baked into a tangy sourdough loaf with Hershey's milk chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallows.
- Sourdough Discard Focaccia: Top with fresh garden vegetables and herbs for a delicious side dish or snack.
- Sourdough Sandwich Bread: The classic choice for making your favorite sandwiches all summer long.
- Sourdough Hoagie Rolls: Soft, sturdy rolls perfect for summer subs—fill them with grilled chicken and veggies, or your favorite deli combos.
- Sourdough Hamburger Buns: Soft and fluffy, these homemade buns will take your grilled cheeseburgers to the next level this summer.
- Sourdough Hot Dog Buns: The perfect companion for your summer BBQs, these buns are great for hot dogs, sausages, or even lobster rolls.
Easy Summer Meals with Sourdough
- Sourdough BLT Sandwich: Crispy bacon, garden-fresh tomatoes, and refreshing lettuce on tangy sourdough.
- Turkey Sandwich on Sourdough Bread: Simple yet satisfying, this sandwich is great for the beach or a picnic in the park.
- Sourdough Grilled Cheese: This classic sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
- Sourdough Bruschetta: This easy appetizer brings the taste of summer to your table with garden-fresh tomatoes and basil.
- Sourdough Avocado Toast: Perfect for a light summer meal or snack.
- Sourdough Tortillas: Great for making tacos, wraps, or quesadillas.
- Sourdough Croutons: Perfect for topping off your favorite summer salads.
- Grilled Sourdough Pizza: Fire up the grill and make pizza with sourdough pizza dough.
Sourdough Snack Ideas for Summer
- Sourdough Cheese Crackers: These crispy, cheesy crackers are a perfect snack to munch on by the pool or at your summer picnic.
- Sourdough Granola Bars: Great for packing in lunchboxes or as a quick on-the-go snack.
- Sourdough Graham Crackers for S’mores: A homemade version of the classic graham cracker, perfect for making s’mores or enjoying on their own.
Summer-Inspired Sourdough Quick Breads
- Sourdough Blueberry Muffins: Bursting with ripe, juicy blueberries, these muffins make the best summer breakfast or snack.
- Sourdough Zucchini Bread: Moist, flavorful, and perfect for using up summer zucchini from your garden.
- Sourdough Cornbread: Lightly sweetened, this cornbread is makes a delicious side for your summer BBQs or paired with chili.
- Sourdough Raspberry Muffins: Filled with ripe raspberries and white chocolate chips.
- Sourdough Chocolate Zucchini Bread: A rich, decadent treat combining chocolate and garden-fresh zucchini.
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Summer Sourdough Dessert Recipes
- Sourdough Strawberry Shortcake: Sourdough biscuits topped with fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream.
- Sourdough Lemon Pound Cake: Makes a great summer dessert paired with fresh berries and cream.
- Sourdough Ice Cream: Homemade ice cream made with sourdough discard for a unique flavor.
- Sourdough Brownies: Turn these rich, fudgy brownies into a base for sourdough ice cream sundaes.
- Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies: Soft and chewy, these cookies are perfect for making sourdough ice cream cookie sandwiches this summer.
- Sourdough Lemon Cookies: A bright and tangy summer cookie to bring to a picnic or enjoy after dinner.
Conclusion
I hope these summer sourdough recipes give you some fun ideas for baking and cooking this season.
Whether you’re using fresh garden veggies on sourdough focaccia or making cookie ice cream sandwiches with sourdough ice cream, I hope these recipes inspire you to enjoy sourdough all summer long.
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