35 Overnight Sourdough Bread Recipes

If you are a busy sourdough mom, aside from fast sourdough, an overnight one is the best choice. Overnight sourdough recipes let the dough do most of the work while you sleep, making homemade bread feel much easier to fit into a busy week.

Whether you are baking for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a special family gathering, these recipes using sourdough starter are full of simple sourdough bread ideas that are worth trying.

Some of these sourdough bread recipes are great for beginners, while others are perfect when you want to try something a little different. No matter your baking experience, you'll find plenty of overnight sourdough recipes to add to your baking list.

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• Sourdough Bread With Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Cheese
• Sourdough Pretzel Bagels
• Italian Semolina Sourdough Bread 
• Sourdough Pull-Apart Bread Rolls
• Sourdough Cinnamon Raisin Swirl Bread (The Simplest Version)
• Hybrid Sourdough Bread (With Yeast)
• Dinkelbrötchen (Sourdough Spelt Rolls)
• Mediterranean Cheese & Olive Sourdough
• Sourdough Poppy Seed Rolls
• Buckwheat Sourdough Bread (With Simple Buckwheat Scald)
• Marble Rye Sourdough Bread
• Giraffe Sourdough Sandwich Bread
• Sourdough Guinness Bread
• Honey Oat Sourdough Sandwich Loaf
• Thick Sourdough Sandwich Focaccia
• Easy Sourdough Sandwich Bread
• Sourdough Swedish Cardamom Buns
• Soft Sourdough Crescent Rolls
• Sourdough Cinnamon Babka
• Double Chocolate Sourdough Babka
• Sourdough Hot Dog Buns with Tangzhong
• Austrian Sourdough Sweet Rolls (Sourdough Buchteln)
• Marbled Turmeric and Black Pepper Sourdough Bread
• Rustic Rye Sourdough Bread with Seeds
• Sourdough Bread in a Loaf Pan (Two-Pan Method)
• Sourdough Pull Apart Garlic Bread
• Sourdough Bagels With All-Purpose Flour
• Tangzhong Sourdough Sandwich Bread
• Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
• No Knead Sourdough Spelt Bread Recipe
• No Knead Sourdough Rye Bread
• Simplified Sourdough Croissants
• Sourdough Bagels Using Sweet Levain
• Chia Seed Sourdough Bread Recipe - Fast Version
• Extra Sour Sourdough Bread Recipe Using Citric Acid
• Extremely Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread With Milk

Sourdough Bread With Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Cheese

There's nothing quite like the aroma of homemade sourdough bread, especially when it's infused with roasted garlic and parmesan cheese. This recipe without a doubt produces the best smelling loaf of sourdough bread, period. And it's not at all hard to make. It's my number one savory loaf of bread that always gets compliments.

Sourdough Pretzel Bagels

If you can't decide between a bagel and a soft pretzel, these sourdough pretzel bagels (or should we call them bretzels??) give you the best of both. They're compact enough for sandwiches, great toasted with butter or cream cheese, and freeze well for easy breakfasts throughout the week.

Italian Semolina Sourdough Bread 

If you love a an artisan loaf with a soft but flavorful inside, this Italian semolina sourdough bread deserves a spot in your baking rotation. It's an easy sourdough bread that feels a bit special, but simple enough for everyday sandwiches, toast, and dipping into olive oil.

Sourdough Pull-Apart Bread Rolls

These Sourdough Pull-Apart Bread Rolls are firm enough for pulled pork, burgers, and sandwich fillings, but still light enough to enjoy with a little bit of butter. Because they're baked together in a pan, they pull apart nicely and stay softer than any individually baked rolls.

Sourdough Cinnamon Raisin Swirl Bread (The Simplest Version)

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. 

Hybrid Sourdough Bread (With Yeast)

If you've ever wanted the flavor of sourdough without the stress or unpredictability, this hybrid sourdough bread (with yeast) is exactly what you need. It still gives you classic sourdough flavor and airy crumb, but with a little yeast to make the process more reliable and beginner-friendly.

Dinkelbrötchen (Sourdough Spelt Rolls)

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

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

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. 

Buckwheat Sourdough Bread (With Simple Buckwheat Scald)

If you love hearty, rustic loaves with real flavor, this buckwheat sourdough bread (with simple buckwheat scald) is going to be your new favorite. It has unique nutty taste, and a soft, slightly moist crumb thanks to the quick buckwheat scald. It's simple, reliable, and absolutely worth to take extra 5 minutes to make it.

Marble Rye Sourdough Bread

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. The method is simpler than it looks: you make a light dough and a darker rye dough, layer them, then roll once like a cinnamon roll.

Giraffe Sourdough Sandwich Bread

If you love soft sourdough sandwich bread but also want something that makes people stop and stare when you slice it, this loaf is for you. Giraffe sourdough sandwich bread is patterned all the way through with warm brown "spots" that look cool but are surprisingly doable at home.

Sourdough Guinness Bread

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 great for slicing and sharing on Game Day.

Honey Oat Sourdough Sandwich Loaf

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. It's perfect for everyday sandwiches or morning toast, and the slight sweetness makes it the best leftover bread for French toast!

Thick Sourdough Sandwich Focaccia

This Thick Sourdough Sandwich Focaccia has become a weekday favorite sourdough bread in our home. It's soft and fluffy on the inside, golden on the edges, and strong enough to handle just about any sandwich filling, grilled veggies, cheese, deli meat, you name it.

Easy Sourdough Sandwich Bread

This sourdough sandwich bread is soft, easy to slice, and holds its shape well. It is not too rich, which makes it great for toast, sandwiches, or spreads. The texture is light, somewhere between artisan bread and classic sandwich loaf.

Sourdough Swedish Cardamom Buns

These Sourdough Swedish Cardamom Buns are soft, buttery, and filled with cozy flavors of cinnamon and cardamom-just right for fall baking recipes. I twisted them into pretty little knots and brushed them with a warm vanilla-sugar glaze that makes them shiny and extra delicious.

Soft Sourdough Crescent Rolls

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. They're ideal for breakfast with jam, as a dinner side, or simply enjoyed with a swipe of butter.

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. The overnight fermentation adds a lovely depth of flavor and makes the dough easier to work with.

Double Chocolate Sourdough Babka

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. While the process takes a bit of time, I promise it's totally worth the effort.

Sourdough Hot Dog Buns with Tangzhong

When I want ultra-soft sourdough hot dog buns for summer grilling (or just a family dinner), I reach for this recipe. The secret is tangzhong - a Japanese technique that turns flour and milk into a roux, locking in moisture. You'll get fluffy, pillowy buns that don't dry out and can hold up to any filling, from hot dogs to pulled pork.

Austrian Sourdough Sweet Rolls (Sourdough Buchteln)

These Austrian Sourdough Sweet Rolls, or Sourdough Buchteln, are a great (but still simple!) treat that brings the perfect balance of a light, fluffy texture with the rich flavor of sourdough brioche. Whether it's for a cozy weekend breakfast or a special family gathering, these rolls are a crowd favorite in my experience.

Marbled Turmeric and Black Pepper Sourdough Bread

I love experimenting with sourdough, and this Turmeric and Black Pepper Sourdough quickly became a favorite. The bold yellow color from turmeric combined with a little heat of black pepper makes this loaf stand out both visually and in flavor. Plus, the marbled effect from mixing two separate doughs gives it a unique, artisan look.

Rustic Rye Sourdough Bread with Seeds

This Rye Sourdough Bread recipe offers a flavorful, dense and nutty loaf perfect for sandwiches, soups, or salads, and it also freezes well.

Sourdough Bread in a Loaf Pan (Two-Pan Method)

The two-pan method for sourdough bread is an easy alternative to Dutch ovens, allowing you to bake more than one sourdough loaf at once.

Sourdough Pull Apart Garlic Bread

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. Plus, you can bake it the same day or let it rise overnight for added convenience.

Sourdough Bagels With All-Purpose Flour

These sourdough bagels are made simply with a sourdough starter, enriched with honey, and seasoned with sea salt. The overnight rest allows for a light and airy dough, while the boiling and baking process creates a crisp exterior and a soft, pillowy interior.

Tangzhong Sourdough Sandwich Bread

This soft and fluffy tangzhong sourdough sandwich bread is a staple in my household! Using the Japanese tangzhong method, it stays fresh for up to five days-perfect for busy families or anyone who loves homemade bread but doesn't have enough people to eat it in one day.

Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

These Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect blend of tangy sourdough flavor and sweet cinnamon goodness. The rich dough is soft and pillowy, filled with a gooey cinnamon sugar mixture, and topped with a classic cream cheese frosting. They're my go-to for a special breakfast treat or when I want to impress family and friends

No Knead Sourdough Spelt Bread Recipe

This Sourdough Spelt Bread is perfect for when you want a wholesome, earthy loaf with a light sourdough flavor. With a mix of spelt, all-purpose, and whole wheat flours, this recipe brings a balance of flavor and texture to the table. The best part? It's a no-knead method that's easy to follow and mostly hands-off.

No Knead Sourdough Rye Bread

This is a great recipe for those who want delicious homemade sourdough but don't have days to commit. You can make it from start to finish in the same day, as long as you have a bubbly sourdough starter ready to go.

Simplified Sourdough Croissants

These Sourdough Croissants are perfect for when you want to enjoy the flaky, buttery goodness of croissants without the overly complicated process. Yes, we're still laminating the dough, but this simplified method skips the stress of perfection.

Sourdough Bagels Using Sweet Levain

If you're like me, bagels are a breakfast staple that can easily transform into something special. Have them with cream cheese and smoked salmon, use them for sandwiches at lunch, or simply toast and butter one for a quick snack. Bagels are just so versatile, and making them at home with sourdough takes them to a whole new level.

Chia Seed Sourdough Bread Recipe - Fast Version

Why the fast version? Because we're not presoaking chia seeds or doing any other kind of preparation for this bread apart from feeding our starter beforehand. The result is a delicious sourdough loaf that is just a tad more interesting and rich in fiber with the addition of chia seeds!

Extra Sour Sourdough Bread Recipe Using Citric Acid

While traditional methods of sourdough baking rely on long fermentation times and even cold fermentation to enhance sourness, they don't always guarantee that extra tangy punch some of us crave in sourdough. Here's the secret: citric acid.

Extremely Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread With Milk

One thing about store-bought bread is the pillowy softness that is hard to achieve when baking at home, without all the nasty additives. When it comes to sourdough sandwich bread, softness is one of its main characteristics.