If you have leftover sourdough discard, try making sourdough starter crackers! With simple ingredients like sourdough discard, oil and spices – you are one step away from homemade crackers. Use the recipes below for inspiration on your next batch of sourdough crackers.
Sometimes I have more sourdough discard than what I know what to do with. We all have those days, especially when we are in the thick of motherhood, where we plan to make a sourdough recipe and then time is not on our side. (I’m looking at you – sourdough bread that occasionally requires kneading at 10:30 PM!)
If you have leftover sourdough discard, you are in the right spot! The recipes below are all crackers made from sourdough. Some are sweet, others are savory.
And the best part – you aren’t paying for ‘air’ in a bag when you make crackers at home. Once you learn from this blog how to make all things sourdough, your budget will thank us!
As an added bonus, these crackers come together in minutes. Many are ‘no roll’ and require no kneading. Simply add the ingredients together, pour on a cookie sheet and bake. It is really that easy to make homemade crackers.
These crackers come in handy to not only help us make food from scratch, but they eliminate any kitchen waste. After all, once you have made your sourdough starter, you do not have to throw away your sourdough discard. Might as well put the discard to good use!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are sourdough crackers vegan?
Many sourdough crackers are vegan because they require simple ingredients like sourdough discard, oil and spices (or mix-ins) for flavoring. Because sourdough discard is vegan, many cracker recipes are vegan, too!
What is the best sourdough cracker recipe using discard?
There are many recipes around the internet for sourdough crackers. Our favorites are those with simple ingredients – like sourdough discard, salt and cheese. We also enjoy sweet crackers like sourdough graham crackers, sourdough animal crackers and even sourdough cinnamon crackers.
Are sourdough discard crackers easy to make?
Yes! Homemade crackers are easy to prepare because they do not require much more than mixing together discard (which you likely have on hand if you are looking at this blog article) and other add-ins.
Simply mix the ingredients together and pour onto a sheet pan. Sourdough crackers are a great way to use up discard! Plus, many of the sourdough crackers are ‘no roll’, meaning you simply spread on a sheet pan and go!
Can you use active sourdough discard to make crackers?
Yes! Even if your sourdough starter is at its peak, you can make homemade crackers. They may have more rise to them, too! And less ‘tanginess’.
1. Sourdough Discard Graham Crackers
These sourdough graham crackers are the perfect grocery store swap. Whole wheat and honey add so much flavor to this thin cracker. Plus, they are the perfect base for a s’more!
2. Sourdough ‘Cheez-It’ Dupe
Do you love a crispy, crunchy, cheesy snack? This delicious sourdough discard cheez-it cracker recipe is easy to make, and is a delicious way to use up all of your extra sourdough discard. Kids and adults will both love these sourdough cheez-it dupes.
3. Sourdough Cheese Crackers
These easy Sourdough Cheese Crackers are perfectly crisp and slightly tangy. They are a ‘no roll’ sourdough cracker recipe. And they do not require any kneading.
4. Sourdough Animal Crackers
Nothing is better than the memories of childhood and animal crackers. This sourdough animal cracker recipe will bring back the nostalgia from your first crunch. These are the perfect alternative to pre-packaged foods with toddlers (or during baby led weaning!)
5. Sourdough Whole Wheat Crackers
Use your leftover sourdough discard to make whole wheat sourdough crackers. A delightful cracker paired with any dip or cheese. These remind me of a homemade sourdough wheat thin.
6. Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough Crackers
A sweet and crunchy snack, these Sourdough Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough Crackers are ready in under an hour and are a great way to use extra sourdough starter! As a bonus it’s like eating cinnamon toast crunch – but as a sourdough cracker!
7. Sourdough Chili Ranch Crackers
These spicy sourdough crackers are based on the southern favorite cracker. They make a great appetizer, served with charcuterie, or alongside your favorite cozy soup.
8. Sourdough Cheese Crackers
Sourdough cheese crackers can be made with sourdough discard or active starter. They are the perfect cheesy snack!
9. Sourdough Discard Crackers with Olive Oil
Thin and crispy, these sourdough discard crackers are a great way to use sourdough discard. This easy, no-roll recipe takes only 3 ingredients and 3 minutes of your time.
10. Sesame Sourdough Discard Crackers
These simple sesame sourdough discard crackers are perfect for meal preppers, hungry kids, or impressing friends at your next get-together. They’re perfect for dipping, and only take a few minutes to throw together. Sesame oil adds a ton of flavor to these delicious herbed crackers.
11. Everything But the Bagel Sourdough Crackers
A simple sourdough discard cracker recipe topped with everything but the bagel seasoning. Because what more do you need to let this snack shine?
Have you ever used leftover sourdough discard to make crackers before? If so, what is your favorite flavor? We love sourdough butter crackers! Let us know in the comment below!
