20+ Same Day Sourdough Recipes You Can Start and Finish Today

Think sourdough always takes days to prepare? Not anymore! These same-day sourdough recipes are perfect for when you want to enjoy sourdough without the wait.

From quick breads to artisan breads and even breakfast favorites, these recipes make it easy to work sourdough into your busy schedule. Whether you’re looking to use up some starter or just craving fresh, homemade sourdough, you’ll find a recipe here that fits the bill.

No need for an overnight rise—get ready to bake and enjoy sourdough today!

Speedy Same Day Sourdough Bread Recipe (Easy to Make)

This Speedy Same-Day Sourdough Bread recipe will have you enjoying a fresh, golden-brown loaf in just a few hours. With simple ingredients and a touch of patience, you’ll achieve that airy crumb and perfect crust you’ve been craving!

Sourdough Belgian Waffles: Sourdough Sundays

Sourdough Belgian Waffles Sourdough Sundays are a delicious way to add a bit of tang and flavor to your breakfast waffles using your sourdough starter.

Same Day Quinoa Sourdough Bread Recipe – No Kneading!

This Same Day Quinoa Sourdough Bread Recipe – No Kneading offers a flavorful twist on sourdough, incorporating quinoa seamlessly. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this step-by-step guide includes no kneading, just a few stretch and folds, and can be made on the same day!

Sourdough Pumpkin Soda Bread with Protein

Sourdough Pumpkin Soda Bread with Protein is an easy bread with added nutrition from protein and pumpkin puree, studded with raisins. Slightly sweet with molasses, adding a deep caramel-liquorice flavour, the stunning colour will light up your mornings or teatime. You can bake one large loaf or 8 cute small ones, making this a very pretty treat for guests and super quick to prepare.

Same Day Sourdough Chocolate Knots with Nutella

These Sourdough Chocolate Knots with Nutella combine sourdough chocolate rolls and Swedish cardamom knots, but with fewer steps. Using Nutella or any chocolate spread makes the filling easy, giving you a simple and delicious treat!

Fluffy Sourdough Banana Pancakes With Discard

Sourdough Banana Pancakes with Discard offer a tasty twist on classic pancakes and are simple to make. Fluffy and flavorful, they’re a fun way to get kids involved in the kitchen and perfect for a relaxing weekend breakfast!

Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers Recipe

The Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers Recipe is a delicious way to use up sourdough discard, which is often overlooked in sourdough baking. These crackers are crunchy, cheesy, and super easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip them up in 3 minutes and let the oven do the rest!

Soft & Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cornbread Recipe

This Soft & Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cornbread Recipe is my go-to for cornbread. Adding a little sourdough discard makes it the softest, most tender cornbread with a little extra tanginess! Learn how to make the best sourdough cornbread in about 30 minutes!

Sourdough Discard Chocolate Coconut Cake Squares

Use up your sourdough starter with these Sourdough Discard Chocolate Coconut Cake Squares. They’re moist, chocolatey, and perfect for any occasion. Cut them small for parties or larger for a family dessert. A simple, tasty way to enjoy sourdough discard!

Banana Sourdough Muffins

Enjoy the classic flavor of banana bread in a new way with these Banana Sourdough Muffins. This recipe combines that familiar taste with sourdough starter for an easy, moist, and fluffy muffin.

Quick Sourdough Discard Pretzels with Added Yeast

Make Sourdough Discard Pretzels for a chewy crust and soft inside, just like traditional German and Austrian pretzels. They’re easy to make and a perfect way to use up sourdough discard. You’ll love their rich flavor and satisfying texture!

Cranberry Orange Sourdough Quick Bread

Cranberry Orange Sourdough Quick Bread is a versatile glazed loaf that can be made with sourdough discard or a fed starter at its peak. Whether you prefer the rich flavor and benefits of a long fermentation or need a loaf baked immediately, this recipe adapts to your schedule. Bursting with fresh cranberries and orange zest, topped with a sweet glaze, it’s the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and citrusy.

Sourdough Discard Chocolate Glazed Donuts

Sourdough Discard Chocolate Glazed Donuts are a delicious way to use up leftover starter. With soft, pillowy dough and a rich chocolate glaze, they’re a treat everyone will love and worth every bit of effort!

Sourdough Discard Scones

This Sourdough Discard Scones recipe is the perfect way to use extra sourdough discard.

These cranberry scones, with a sweet orange glaze, are golden brown on the outside with a light and fluffy crumb, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack. 

Easy Homemade Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites Recipe

Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites are soft and salty, made with simple ingredients and full of flavor. They’re delicious warm with cheese sauce or coated in sweet cinnamon sugar for a tasty twist.

Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls

This Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls recipe creates soft, fluffy rolls packed with rich cinnamon flavor, perfect for a special occasion breakfast or weekend treat. This easy recipe uses sourdough discard for a subtle tang and deeper flavor than traditional cinnamon rolls.

Sourdough Discard Pop Tarts – Easy to Make at Home!

Sourdough Homemade Pop Tarts are a grown-up twist on a favorite breakfast treat. They’re easy to make but fancy enough to look like they belong in a bakery display!

Buttermilk Sourdough Waffles with Protein

For Buttermilk Sourdough Waffles with Protein that are extra flavorful, prepare this recipe the evening before. The overnight rise allows the sourdough to activate, adding a subtle tang to these crisp-on-the-outside, pillowy-soft-on-the-inside waffles. The added protein powder makes them even more satisfying, and they’re delicious with any sweet topping.

Sourdough Discard Graham Cracker Recipe (Honey Maid Copycat)

This is the best Sourdough Discard Graham Crackers recipe! It’s a simple Honey Maid copycat, made even better with the rich flavor from sourdough fermentation.

Sourdough Pizza Crust

Whether you’re using an oven, grill, or wood-fired pizza oven, this Sourdough Pizza Crust recipe is perfect. The flavorful crust rolls and stretches thin, giving you the ideal base for your pizza creations.