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In this recipe roundup, you’ll find a mix of sweet and savory sourdough breakfast ideas—from fluffy sourdough discard pancakes, English muffins, blueberry sourdough muffins, regular sourdough pancakes, sourdough discard scones, and more.
Each recipe makes the most of that signature sourdough flavor while keeping your mornings simple, cozy, and delicious.
Homemade sourdough bread turned into sourdough French toast casserole topped with maple syrup is one of my favorite ways to make an easy breakfast the whole family will enjoy.
But there are so many delicious ways to use up excess sourdough starter, like homemade pancakes with fresh berries, sourdough muffins with chocolate chips, or a quick bread like sourdough banana bread.
Why You’ll Love These Recipes
- Delicious flavor – Each delicious breakfast recipe highlights the signature sourdough taste that makes breakfast anything but boring.
- Creative ways to use your starter – From discard sourdough cinnamon rolls, to pancakes to sourdough toasts, you’ll never run out of delicious ideas for leftover sourdough starter. Whether you’re using active sourdough starter or leftover sourdough discard,
- Wholesome and satisfying – Made with simple ingredients and pantry staples, these great breakfast recipes are easy to make as well as delicious. Some would also be great options to accompany a fried egg or a cup of coffee for added nutrition and flavor.
Equipment You’ll Need
For making these sourdough breakfast recipes, there are a few basic tools you’ll need. You probably already have these in your kitchen, but here’s a list of the basics:
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheets (or cookie sheet)
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Stand mixer with paddle attachment or electric hand mixer
- Wire rack
- Plastic wrap (optional)
Sourdough Breakfast Ideas
Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Focaccia
This Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Focaccia is the best of both worlds. It is fluffy, soft focaccia swirled with gooey cinnamon sugar inside and on top, plus a thick cream cheese drizzle that takes it to the next level. It's an easy, same-day bake with a simple swirl fold, and just the right sweetness.
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Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls
These sourdough discard cinnamon rolls are soft, buttery, and packed with cinnamon-sugar swirl in every bite. The best part about this recipe is that you can make the cinnamon rolls from start to finish in about 2 hours.
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Sourdough Pop Tarts
Sourdough Pop Tarts are the homemade version of everyone’s favorite toaster pastries, made with simple ingredients and a flaky sourdough pie crust. This easy recipe skips the long fermentation time and is the perfect way to use up sourdough discard, making a delicious homemade treat that tastes way better than store-bought.
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Fluffy Sourdough Pancakes
Light, tangy, and incredibly soft, these fluffy sourdough pancakes make the perfect cozy breakfast and are easy to freeze for later.
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Sourdough Granola
This delicious sourdough granola recipe is loaded with oats, nuts, honey or maple syrup, coconut flakes, and dried fruit. This is my family's favorite granola recipe!
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Sourdough English Muffins
These sourdough English muffins are easy to make and are a delicious healthy breakfast idea!
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Sourdough Crepes
Sourdough crepes are a delicious breakfast or snack. With a batter that comes together in minutes with no special equipment, these can also be made ahead for easy mornings.
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Sourdough Pancakes Easy Recipe
This easy sourdough pancakes recipe makes the perfect healthy breakfast!
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Sourdough Coffee Cake Recipe
Soft and buttery sourdough coffee cake made with discard and layered with warm cinnamon crumb. A cozy way to use up extra starter.
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Asparagus Goat Cheese Tart
Asparagus Goat Cheese Tart is made with a flaky sourdough discard crust and topped with roasted asparagus for a savory, seasonal twist.
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Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Sourdough pumpkin cinnamon rolls with maple cream cheese frosting are a delicious fall breakfast recipe with pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice.
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Sourdough Muffin Recipes
Muffins are so easy and convenient for breakfast! Here are some sourdough discard muffin recipes to try.
Sourdough Blueberry Muffins
Sourdough blueberry muffins with a crumb topping are loaded with fresh blueberries and a great way to use your sourdough discard!
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Sourdough Pumpkin Muffins
These sourdough pumpkin muffins are filled with fall flavors, like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, and feature a crumb topping and a sweet cinnamon glaze, which takes them to the next level.
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Sourdough Apple Muffins
Cozy sourdough apple muffins with crisp apples, warm cinnamon, and buttery crumble—perfect for breakfast or snacks. Easy, tender, and delicious!
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Sourdough Chocolate Chip Muffins
These sourdough chocolate chip muffins are so light and fluffy, made with tangy sourdough discard and melty chocolate chips. You'll get bakery-style muffins that are perfect for lunchboxes or anytime snacks!
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Sourdough Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
These Sourdough Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins are soft, spiced, and full of fall flavor. Made with sourdough discard, pumpkin puree, and browned butter, they’re a cozy treat for breakfast or snack time, especially for fall!
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Sourdough Scones Recipes
Sourdough scones are the perfect breakfast idea when you want a special breakfast or brunch idea.
Sourdough Blueberry Scones
These sourdough blueberry scones are tender and delicious. Use up your sourdough discard for a freezer-friendly breakfast or snack.
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Sourdough Lemon Poppy Seed Scones
Flaky lemon poppy seed sourdough scones with fresh lemon flavor, a touch of vanilla, and a subtle crunch from poppy seeds. Finished with a lemon glaze and a zested sugar topping.
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Sourdough Apple Cinnamon Scones
Sourdough apple cinnamon scones have a soft, flaky texture and a sweet and spicy flavor with the perfect combination of fresh apples and cinnamon. Serve these homemade scones fresh out of the oven, topped with coarse sugar and dollop of whipped cream.
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Sourdough Vanilla Almond Scones
These sourdough vanilla almond scones are buttery, tender, and just the right balance of sweet and nutty. If you love the tang of sourdough paired with the rich, warm flavors of vanilla and almond, this recipe makes the perfect breakfast, brunch, or snack.
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Sourdough Cranberry Orange Scones
Homemade sourdough cranberry orange scones are deliciously flaky on the outside and moist on the inside. These discard scones are loaded with tart cranberries and orange zest, and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze.
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Sourdough Pumpkin Scones
Sourdough pumpkin scones with a delicious maple glaze and pumpkin spice flavor go great with a cup of coffee for a fall breakfast.
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Sourdough Breakfast Bread Recipes
These sourdough bread recipes include both quick breads and long-fermented breads.
Sourdough Blueberry Bread
This sourdough blueberry bread is a quick bread loaded with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon, and drizzled with a sweet lemon icing. It's a moist and flavorful sourdough discard bread that's easy to make!
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Sourdough Lemon Bread
This sourdough lemon bread with a sweet lemon glaze is bursting with bright citrus flavor. It's the perfect recipe for using up that extra sourdough discard.
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Sourdough English Muffin Bread
This sourdough English muffin bread has the classic flavor and cornmeal-dusted crust of English muffins, baked into an easy loaf for perfect slices. Soft, chewy, tangy, and ideal for toasting!
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Blueberry Cream Cheese Sourdough Bread
This blueberry cream cheese sourdough bread is infused with sweet blueberries and creamy cheese and made in a loaf pan.
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Sourdough Banana Bread
This sourdough banana bread recipe is moist, flavorful, and uses up ½ cup of discard. A cozy breakfast or freezer-friendly treat.
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Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Bread
Cozy sourdough discard pumpkin bread topped with crunchy streusel and maple glaze—moist, spiced, and perfect for fall breakfasts or gifts.
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Sourdough Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
Cozy sourdough pumpkin French toast casserole with maple glaze—make-ahead friendly, full of pumpkin spice flavor, perfect for fall mornings.
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Sourdough French Toast Recipe
This Sourdough French Toast Recipe turns a simple loaf of sourdough bread into a delicious breakfast in just 30 minutes!
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Sourdough Butter Swim Biscuits
These sourdough butter swim biscuits are tender, sweet, baked in melted butter, swirled with juicy blueberries, and finished with a simple vanilla glaze.
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