30 Cozy Sourdough Bread Recipes for Fall Baking

Fall is the perfect season to slow down, cozy up, and one of the best times to create comforting food with your sourdough starter. And honestly, is there anything more comforting than the smell of freshly baked sourdough bread filling the house? This roundup of 30 cozy sourdough bread recipes brings together all my favorite autumn flavors-and they'll warm both your kitchen and your heart.

I made these recipes during last fall's baking season, and I'll definitely be making them again and again. Of course, there are sourdough pumpkin, cinnamon and apple recipes included-our all-time favorite comfort foods. So if you've been looking for cozy fall sourdough bakes, I've got them all compiled for you right here.

Sourdough Pumpkin Bread with Hokkaido Pumpkin

Freshly baked sourdough bread with a golden crust on a wooden board. — Homemade sourdough bread with a crispy crust, perfect for fall baking from Stretch and Folds.

Sourdough Pumpkin Bread with Hokkaido Pumpkin is soft, flavorful, and naturally sweet from the Hokkaido pumpkin and a touch of honey. This bread has a rich aroma while it bakes and a warm, comforting taste in every bite.

Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Pumpkin Spice

Freshly baked sourdough bread rolls in a skillet for fall baking.

Soft and pillowy with a deep, natural flavor, these Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Pumpkin Spice stand out for their slow-fermented dough and real pumpkin in both the dough and filling. The result is a richer taste and better texture than typical cinnamon rolls. You'll find both cup and gram measurements to make the recipe easy to follow.

Sourdough Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Close-up of freshly baked sourdough bread slices with a rustic crust.

With a soft crumb and sweet cinnamon swirl, Sourdough Cinnamon Swirl Bread brings together the comfort of a classic with the depth of natural fermentation. Made without commercial yeast, this version uses sourdough for better flavor and texture. You can shape it into a rustic round or bake it in a loaf pan for a neater look.

Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

Close-up of hand holding a piece of sourdough bread with creamy filling.

Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls are rich and tender, with a buttery dough that pairs perfectly with the sweet cinnamon-sugar filling. Finished with a creamy layer of classic frosting, they're a standout choice for a make-ahead breakfast or to share with guests. The dough can be prepared the night before, making morning baking quick and easy.

Sourdough Cinnamon Brown Sugar Bread with Better Swirls

Close-up of a slice of homemade sourdough bread with a chewy crust.

If you love classic cinnamon swirl bread, Sourdough Cinnamon Brown Sugar Bread with Better Swirls takes it up a notch. With no need for perfect swirls, this version delivers more flavor in every bite. It's an easy-to-make twist on a favorite, with a deeper, richer taste that's sure to impress.

Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls With Pecans and Maple Syrup

Freshly baked sourdough cinnamon rolls in a skillet for fall baking.

Imagine enjoying a warm, comforting cinnamon roll with your morning coffee-Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls with Pecans and Maple Syrup make that moment even better. This easy overnight recipe combines the rich flavors of pecans and maple syrup, allowing you to enjoy fresh, homemade rolls with minimal effort. It's a simple way to add a special touch to any morning.

Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls

Freshly baked sourdough cinnamon rolls in a baking dish, perfect for fall baking.

Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect way to use up extra sourdough discard. With a sweet cinnamon filling, these rolls are flavorful and smell incredible as they bake. The best part? They're delicious on their own-no frosting needed!

Sourdough Apple Cinnamon Roll Roses Recipe

Close-up of sourdough bread rolls with creamy filling and caramelized crust.

Sourdough Apple Cinnamon Roll Roses offer a beautiful and flavorful twist on traditional cinnamon rolls. The apple cinnamon filling and elegant rose shape create a memorable dessert that's sure to impress.

Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bagels

Close-up of freshly baked sourdough bread rolls with a golden crust.

These Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bagels mix the sweet flavors of cinnamon and raisins with the rich taste of sourdough. This easy recipe skips extra steps, so you can enjoy tasty bagels with less work and no loss in flavor or texture.

Sourdough Cinnamon Babka

This Sourdough Cinnamon Babka is the kind of cozy, made-from-scratch fall baking recipe we love. It's become a weekend favorite in our home. Soft, buttery, not overly sweet, and full of warm cinnamon flavor, it's made without any commercial yeast.

Sourdough Swedish Cardamom Buns

Close-up of a freshly baked sourdough bread roll with a golden crust.

These freshly baked Swedish Cardamom Buns offer a perfect combination of soft, fluffy dough, aromatic cardamom filling, and a sweet, sticky glaze. The dough is made with a sourdough starter for a light, airy texture, while the cinnamon and cardamom filling adds a warm, spiced flavor.

Sourdough Cinnamon Raisin Swirl Bread (The Simplest Version)

Swirled sourdough bread with chocolate and vanilla filling, perfect for fall baking.

You need to make this sourdough cinnamon raisin swirl bread if something sweeter for weekend mornings, but still practical enough to not make a big deal about it. After a lot of testing, this version proved itself to be the one I kept coming back to.

Dinkelbrötchen (Sourdough Spelt Rolls)

Freshly baked sourdough bread rolls on a cooling rack for fall baking.

If you love European-style rolls with a crisp crust and soft crumb, these Dinkelbrötchen (sourdough spelt rolls) are such a treat to make at home. They have a lovely, a bit nutty spelt flavor, a beautiful shape, and are just a bit different from your regular bread roll to make them interesting.

Mediterranean Cheese & Olive Sourdough

Freshly baked sourdough bread with black olives, perfect for fall baking and bread recipes.

If you love savory bread inclusions, this Mediterranean cheese & olive sourdough is one you'll come back to again and again. It's full of cheese, olives, and has a classic sourdough texture we all want.

Sourdough Poppy Seed Rolls

Freshly baked sourdough bread rolls with swirl pattern and poppy seeds.

These sourdough poppy seed rolls are soft, not overly sweet, and look so pretty on the table. They have a tender crumb, a swirled poppy seed filling, and just enough sweetness to make them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.

Marble Rye Sourdough Bread

Freshly baked sourdough bread with a spiral pattern, perfect for fall baking.

If you've ever wanted a classic deli-style swirl at home, this is the loaf. Marble rye sourdough bread gives you a soft, sliceable sandwich loaf with a beautiful rye spiral running through the crumb.

Sourdough Guinness Bread

Freshly baked sourdough bread with scoring on top, perfect for fall baking.

This sourdough Guinness bread feels special without being difficult to bake at all. The dark beer gives the crumb a deeper malty flavor and a gorgeous color, while sourdough keeps the texture.

Sourdough Ciabatta Bread

Freshly baked sourdough bread with a golden crust and airy interior.

This Sourdough Ciabatta Bread is like having the best artisan bread on hand ... in one person portion size. You mix a few simple ingredients, give the dough time to do its thing, and somehow end up with bakery-style bread at home.

Sourdough Discard Garlic Knots

Freshly baked sourdough bread rolls with herbs on a white plate.

If you have tons of sourdough discard to use and craving something warm, buttery, and snackable, these sourdough discard garlic knots are it! They're soft on the inside, golden on the outside, and brushed with garlicky butter that makes them disappear fast.

Honey Oat Sourdough Sandwich Loaf

Freshly baked sourdough bread with sunflower seeds on top, perfect for fall baking.

This Honey Oat Sourdough Sandwich Loaf is one of those recipes that instantly makes your bread interesting without much work. It's soft, lightly sweetened with honey, and has a wholesome texture from the oats.

Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread

Close-up of sliced sourdough bread with raisins, perfect for fall baking.

This Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread has become a weekend favorite in our family. It's soft and slightly sweet, with cinnamon and juicy raisins.

Whole Wheat Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls (100% Fresh-Milled Flour)

Freshly baked cinnamon rolls with sugar and cinnamon swirl on top.

If you've been craving sourdough cinnamon rolls but want something a little more wholesome, these Whole Grain Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls with Freshly Milled Flour are exactly what you need!

Sourdough Jumbo Chocolate Rolls

Close-up of a cinnamon swirl sourdough bread loaf for fall baking.

I started making these Sourdough Jumbo Chocolate Rolls when my baby napped just long enough for me to roll, fill, and bake. It's a sourdough recipe I like to prep ahead for breakfast, and it bakes into soft, gooey chocolate rolls-just right for when you're craving something extra sweet.

Soft Sourdough Crescent Rolls

Freshly baked sourdough croissants on a basket for fall baking.

These Sourdough Crescent Rolls are one of my favorite homemade sourdough roll recipes. They're soft, buttery, and made with an enriched dough that's full of flavor and gently fermented overnight.

Double Chocolate Sourdough Babka

Swirled sourdough bread loaf with cinnamon and sugar filling, freshly baked and sliced.

I remember the first time I made this Double Chocolate Sourdough Babka for a family brunch-everyone loved it! This sourdough bread has a soft, buttery dough, a rich chocolate filling, and that slightly tangy sourdough kick that makes each bite extra delicious.

Sourdough Cardamom Buns | 100% Whole Grain (Fresh-Milled Flour)

Freshly baked sourdough bread rolls with a golden crust for fall baking.

These fresh milled sourdough cardamom buns are one of those recipes that feel a little special without being overcomplicated. They're soft, lightly sweet, full of warm spice, and made with 100% fresh-milled whole grain flour, so they're just as nourishing as they are comforting.

Fresh-Milled Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart Sourdough Focaccia

Close-up of sourdough bread being held, fresh and crusty, perfect for fall baking.

If your favorite part of a cinnamon roll is the middle...you have to give this focaccia a try! This fresh-milled cinnamon roll pull-apart sourdough focaccia combines the best of both.

Rustic Rye Sourdough Bread with Seeds

Freshly baked sourdough bread slices on a wooden surface.

This rye sourdough bread recipe is inspired by all the different kinds of rye bread I ate there. It's dense yet soft, nutty in flavor, and a perfect addition to your sourdough rotation. It's great for sandwiches, with soups or salads, and it freezes beautifully too!

Sourdough Pull Apart Garlic Bread

Freshly baked sourdough bread with a golden crust on a cooling rack.

This Sourdough Pull-Apart Garlic Bread is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfectly soft, buttery, and garlicky, it's made with a fluffy sourdough base that tears apart easily, making it ideal for sharing. Whether you're serving it alongside a hearty soup, pasta dinner, or as an appetizer, this bread is as fun to eat as it is delicious.