15 Game Day Recipes Made with Sourdough Starter

I liked foods that can be made ahead of time on game day, and if you keep an active starter or have sourdough discard on hand, these 10+ game day recipes are made with sourdough starter.

This list is a mix of sourdough discard recipes and a few that use active starter. Most of them are easy to prep, kid-friendly, and good for sharing with friends. And if you are also looking for game day food ideas that are not sourdough, check out my list of 20 Winning Game Day Food Ideas.

Below you'll find short descriptions of each recipe so you can mix and match based on what kind of game day you're planning.

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Sourdough Discard Garlic Knots
Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers
No Roll Sourdough Discard Crackers With Olive Oil
Sourdough Tortillas Recipe (No Discard)
Savory Sourdough Hand Pies With Spinach and Feta Cheese
Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites
Quick Sourdough Discard Pretzels with Added Yeast
Sourdough Discard Pop Tarts
Sourdough Vanilla Wafers
Savory Sourdough Crackers (Parmesan + Nutritional Yeast)
Sourdough Burger Buns with Tangzhong
Sourdough Pull Apart Garlic Bread
Sourdough Ciabatta Bread
Sourdough Discard Skillet Pizza with Barbecue Chicken and Sweet Potato
Sourdough Potato Rolls

Sourdough Discard Garlic Knots

If you have tons of sourdough discard to use and are 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.

Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers

These sourdough discard cheese crackers are made with just a few simple ingredients and a dash of creativity. You'll transform the discard into a convenient snack that everyone I know loves

No Roll Sourdough Discard Crackers With Olive Oil

Thin and crispy, these sourdough discard crackers are my favorite way to use sourdough discard! We're transforming what would be food waste into a perfect snack. This easy, no-roll recipe takes only 3 ingredients and 3 minutes of your time.

Sourdough Tortillas Recipe (No Discard)

These homemade sourdough tortillas are one of those things that really take a meal to the next level. Not only are they better taste-wise, but they also present a healthier option. Combining the rich flavors of freshly-grilled tortillas with a slight sourdough tang, great to serve for game day food.

Savory Sourdough Hand Pies With Spinach and Feta Cheese

This savory hand pie recipe, using sourdough discard and filled with spinach and feta cheese, offers a delightful twist on traditional sweet pies. The sourdough crust adds a unique flavor that sets these apart!

Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites

These soft and salty sourdough discard pretzel bites are made with simple ingredients and are delicious served up warm with your favorite cheese sauce. Or try them sweet with an irresistible cinnamon sugar coating.

Quick Sourdough Discard Pretzels with Added Yeast

Perfect for beginners, this recipe yields sourdough discard pretzels that are golden, chewy, and not tangy at all. And it uses up sourdough discard! A perfect snack idea for you game day party.

Sourdough Discard Pop Tarts

Pop-Tarts just got an upgrade with this grown-up version of every kid's favorite breakfast treat. These sourdough homemade Pop-Tarts are simple to make yet elegant enough to grace any bakery store display case. It's a perfect game day treat, too!

Sourdough Vanilla Wafers

If you think baking with sourdough is all about bread, you'll be pleasantly surprised by these sourdough vanilla wafers! They're straightforward, quick to make, and utterly delicious. Perfect for when you need a simple, satisfying game day treat.

Savory Sourdough Crackers (Parmesan + Nutritional Yeast)

These Savory Sourdough Crackers are one of my best easy sourdough recipes using discard. It's a kind of cheesy and savory snack-I love making a batch of this for a game day party.

Sourdough Burger Buns with Tangzhong

I love making my own burger buns from scratch-they're soft, fluffy, and naturally leavened with my sourdough starter. In these Sourdough Burger Buns, I use a simple tangzhong (a flour and milk paste) to lock in moisture and keep the buns tender for days.