If you're looking for sourdough breakfast ideas, you've come to the right place. Sourdough is so versatile, but it's especially great for breakfast!
As a busy mama of 3, breakfast is a busy time in The Pantry Mama Kitchen. I need to have lots of sourdough breakfast recipes on hand to keep the whole family happy!
I mostly like to be organised and have breakfasts planned out, but sometimes I'll be caught off guard and need a quick, no wait sourdough breakfast idea.
I've tried to include a variety of ideas in this list of sourdough breakfast recipes including sweet, savory, fermented and quick sourdough recipes. There's sure to be something there to take your fancy!
If you're in a hurry and looking for breakfast staples, here are 6 sourdough breakfast staples to get you off to a flying start:
Sourdough Starter or Sourdough Discard for Breakfast Recipes?
The truth is, most of the time, sourdough starter and sourdough discard are interchangeable. Sourdough discard is just unfed sourdough starter, so of course, they are mostly interchangeable, depending on the application.
More often than not, if you attempting a sourdough discard recipe, you can use either fed or unfed starter with no real consequences. If you are making sourdough bread, you should always aim to use active, bubbly sourdough starter.
Sourdough Breakfast Ideas for Every Day of the Week!
Here are 50 of my favorite sourdough breakfast ideas that you can make using your sourdough starter!
Sourdough Scrambled Eggs
Yes! You read that right! Not only can you serve scrambled eggs on your favorite sourdough toast, you can add sourdough starter to your scrambled eggs!
Sourdough Scrambled Eggs
Make your scrambled eggs extra fluffy and delicious by adding a portion of sourdough starter to the mixture! You'll never eat your eggs any other way!
This easy, make ahead sourdough breakfast casserole using a whopping 12 eggs and leftover sourdough bread, along with sourdough discard. It's the breakfast of your dreams, full of protein and vegetables, it's so easy to throw together! Drizzle with some maple syrup to make it even tastier!
Sourdough Breakfast Casserole
A delicious make ahead breakfast casserole featuring sourdough bread and sourdough starter, along with ground sausage, vegetables and eggs. A wholesome savory breakfast casserole that's big on flavor with minimal fuss.
This sourdough hash brown casserole is perfect on it's own or as a hearty side dish with eggs or bacon. It can be made ahead or even frozen, making it an essential sourdough breakfast recipe to have on hand.
Sourdough Hash Brown Casserole
An easy to prepare breakfast casserole to feed a crowd! Use your sourdough starter to thicken this filling casserole
These fluffy sourdough discard pancakes are almost like a rite of passage when it comes to keeping a sourdough starter. You have to try them at least once ... but once you've had them you'll be hooked!! They'll become a breakfast staple in your home, I promise!
Sweet Sourdough Pancakes
Sourdough Discard Pancakes
The fluffiest pancakes you'll ever eat, made with your sourdough discard. Create a waste free sourdough routine by making these pancakes with your discard.
This easy sourdough Dutch Baby can be made sweet or savory ... but my favorite is always going to be sweet!
Sourdough Dutch Baby (German Skillet Pancake)
Indulge in a delightful twist on the classic German pancake with this Sourdough Dutch Baby. This fluffy, oven-baked pancake boasts tangy sourdough flavor, perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch treat.
Sourdough discard crepes with crispy edges will elevate breakfast on any day of the week! You can make these sourdough crepes sweet or savory, making them one of the most versatile breakfast menu items around!
Sourdough Discard Crepes
These sourdough crepes with delightfully crispy edges will elevate any meal. Served with sweet or savory toppings, these versatile crepes can be made with active starter or discard.
This is such a great idea for a quick, hands off breakfast! Use your sourdough discard to create these delicious sourdough discard sheet pan baked pancakes! You can add any fruit you like, or keep them plain!
These easy sourdough discard sheet pan pancakes are baked in the oven, rather than cooked in a pan, making them a quick and easy breakfast with minimal hands on time. Use 150g of sourdough discard to create this easy breakfast recipe!
If sweet things aren't quite you're style for breakfast, then maybe some of these savory sourdough pancakes might be more your thing!
These Japanese style savory sourdough pancakes can be served with a variety of toppings to suit your taste and mood and they work just as well for breakfast as they do for lunch and dinner!
And if you really do prefer savory sourdough snacks for breakfast, why not try making a batch of sourdough discard zucchini fritters so you get a hit of veggies along with your morning meal.
Sourdough Okonomiyaki - Savory Japanese Pancakes
Savory sourdough pancakes inspired by Okonomiyaki pancakes will have you feeding your starter just so you can make more! These delicious pancakes use few ingredients to create something special.
These sourdough zucchini fritters are quick, easy and tasty! Perfect for lunch on the go or a savory breakfast idea. They also use up 100g of sourdough discard.
The easiest sourdough discard scallion pancakes you'll ever eat! They are full of flavor and make a wonderful snack when served with this chili-soy dipping sauce.
Waffles are a staple breakfast food in most houses. They can be make ahead, frozen and served with sweet or savory toppings. They really are super versatile and can be made in a jiffy!
These no wait sourdough waffles are an absolute God send in my kitchen and have fed my kids for breakfast more times than I'd like to admit!
Sourdough Discard Waffles Recipe
No wait sourdough discard waffles are so simple to mix together! You'll be eating waffles in under 10 minutes with no compromise on that sourdough flavor you love!
If you find that your family really do love waffles, then why not try these Sourdough Pumpkin Waffles or these Long Fermented Sourdough Waffles for something a little different. The long fermented sourdough waffles are particularly good if you're really wanting all the health benefits of making sourdough.
Overnight Sourdough Waffles
These delicious sourdough waffles are fermented overnight to give you all the benefits of long fermented sourdough in this classic breakfast treat! Make them sweet or savory!
Deliciously spiced pumpkin sourdough waffles - perfect for cosy fall breakfasts! You can also use this mixture for sourdough pumpkin pancakes with great success!
No wait sourdough discard waffles are so simple to mix together! You'll be eating waffles in under 10 minutes with no compromise on that sourdough flavor you love!
Golden, crispy sourdough cheese waffles full of flavor and sourdough goodness! These savory sourdough cheese waffles will bring new life to chicken and waffles and can be used as a side dish to pretty much anything!
Sometimes you just need a good sourdough roll or bun to hold all that breakfast goodness - sausage, egg, cheese ... you get what I'm talking about! And I've got just the thing!
Sourdough English Muffins
Sourdough English Muffins, full of nooks and crannies, spread with delicious homemade butter - do you need any other breakfast options here? These make the perfect sourdough breakfast sandwiches too! Fill them with sausage, eggs, cheese, bacon - whatever you like to wake up to!
Sourdough English Muffins
Delicious sourdough English Muffins are a breakfast staple. This overnight recipe is so easy, even the kids can do it!
A very English breakfast, these sourdough crumpets will not disappoint! They're super easy to throw together and everyone is sure to love them! Spread them with butter and honey or serve them with bacon and maple syrup for a savory twist!
Sourdough Crumpets
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of homemade sourdough crumpets with this easy recipe. The tangy notes from the sourdough starter elevate these golden, fluffy crumpets, making each bite a perfect balance of airy texture and rich, fermented flavor.
These easy sourdough discard hamburger buns make delightful sourdough breakfast sandwiches! We love filling them with ham and cheese or bacon and eggs, depending on how much time we have in the mornings. They freeze really well too!
Sourdough Discard Hamburger Buns Recipe
These glossy sourdough hamburger buns have a rich, buttery crumb - perfect for creating your favorite burger at home. The best thing is they are super fast - taking less than 3 hours to make!
Muffins made with sourdough starter are such an easy sourdough breakfast idea! Most sourdough muffins recipes can be ready in around 30 minutes, including baking time - which is perfect no matter how busy your morning is!
One of the best things about sourdough muffins is that they are also really easy to freeze!
Here are some flavor ideas for your next sourdough muffin breakfast!
Orange Cranberry Sourdough Muffins
Orange Cranberry Sourdough Muffins
Orange Cranberry Sourdough Muffins combine the sweetness of orange with the tartness of cranberries for the perfect winter flavor combination!
Perfect in their simplicity, these easy to make banana sourdough muffins will be a family favorite. Want to mix things up? Why not try one of the 20 flavor additions suggested.
These simple to make sourdough apple cinnamon muffins make a delicious snack any time of the day. Delicious crisp exterior and tender crumb are the secret to these successful muffins.
These wonderful sourdough muffins have all the goodness of your favorite carrot cake with the unique sourdough tang - top them with delicious cream cheese frosting or leave them as they are.
These simple to make sourdough gingerbread muffins are full of everything that you love about gingerbread ... just in a muffin! And bonus they use sourdough discard!
These delicious raspberry sourdough muffins feature orange zest and coconut and use sourdough starter to create a yummy way to utilise your sourdough discard.
These tasty morsels are so easy to pull together for a quick and easy breakfast! You can add lots of extras too, to suit your tastes and what you have on hand!
Sourdough Applesauce Muffins
You'll love these sourdough muffins made with applesauce, rolled oats and raisins. They make a hearty snack or easy breakfast on the run! Whether you make your own applesauce or a jar from the pantry, these sourdough applesauce muffins will be a hit with your family.
Who doesn't love a good bagel? Perfect in their simplicity, bagels risen with sourdough starter are the perfect start to your day, no matter what you spread them with (and I've got loads of ideas for you further down)!
Overnight Sourdough Bagels
Sourdough Discard Bagels Recipe
These easy sourdough bagels use discard to give them a lovely sourdough tang. With a chewy crust, these sourdough bagels are New York style and can be topped with all your favorites! Make sure you bookmark this sourdough discard bagels recipe!
Easy sourdough rye bagels that will give you the most delicious, wholesome breakfast or any time snack. Eat them straight out of the oven or freeze them and toast them as you need them.
Simple sourdough pumpkin bagels will give you all the goodness of pumpkin and sourdough brought together in one delicious bake! Make them sweet or savory - or mix them up!
Sourdough Discard Bagel Bites (served with honey cream cheese)
These are my favorite way to enjoy sourdough bagels! So cute and the salty, savory Everything Bagel seasoning pairs perfectly with the honey cream cheese dip!
Sourdough Discard Bagel Bites
Sourdough Discard Bagel Bites covered in Everything Bagel seasoning and served with the most delicious honey cream cheese! These morsels make the perfect snack at any time of day or night!
Sourdough bread makes the perfect breakfast, given that you can top it with so many different things! From smashed avocado to eggs & feta ... or even a sourdough grilled cheese sandwich!
Sourdough Discard Sandwich Loaf
By far, the most popular loaf of bread on The Pantry Mama website, this loaf is made for toasting! It makes the perfect breakfast loaf, with a soft crumb and hearty crust. Pop one in the freezer so there's never a bread shortage at breakfast again.
Sourdough Irish Soda Bread
Sourdough Irish Soda Bread Recipe
This sourdough Irish Soda Bread Recipe is super quick to make and will fill your kitchen with the smell of fresh baked bread in under an hour.
This meant to be flavour combination will take your sourdough to a whole new level. Sweet, coffee infused dates nestled in sweet, airy sourdough - you'll be hooked!
This buttery, rich sourdough brioche loaf is perfect for breakfast ... or anytime really! You can enjoy it in so many different ways and it makes the most incredible French Toast!
Looking for even more sourdough breakfast ideas? Then you're going to love all these easy to create sourdough recipes! It's going to be hard to pick your favorite!
Sourdough Granola Bars
Baked Sourdough Granola Bars
These nutritious baked sourdough granola bars are filled with the goodness of sourdough starter, nuts, seeds, honey and peanut butter. They make the perfect breakfast on the go or a snack at any time of the day!
Embark on a delightful journey of homemade goodness with these sourdough Pop-Tarts. Encased in a golden, flaky sourdough crust, these handcrafted pastries are generously filled with either brown sugar cinnamon or strawberry jam and topped with your favorite frosting.
Mix and bake sourdough oatmeal breakfast cups in just one bowl! They make a hearty grab and go breakfast and freeze really well! Use 100g of sourdough starter in this easy sourdough breakfast recipe.
Make delicious sourdough breakfast burritos using these easy sourdough tortillas!
Sourdough Discard Tortillas
Simple sourdough discard tortillas using a few pantry ingredients and your sourdough starter! This is a great way to use lots of sourdough discard to create the basis of a family meal!
Giant sized sourdough breakfast cookies filled with the goodness of seeds, nuts and dried fruits. They are perfect for a grab and go breakfast on those busy mornings. These cookies use 100g of sourdough discard.
The best sourdough bread pudding recipe around - allows you to use up leftover or stale sourdough bread to create a decadent, classic dessert that will become a fast family favorite!
These simple yet delicious sourdough ham and cheese pinwheels will be a big hit with the whole family. Perfect for snacks on the go and even better in school lunchboxes!
Sourdough butter swim biscuits are irresistibly rich and tender, baked in a bath of melted butter for a golden, crispy crust and a soft, buttery interior. This simple, indulgent recipe is perfect for a comforting breakfast or a delectable side dish.
This is the best combination of sourdough focaccia bread and your favorite pizza toppings! Baked in a cast iron skillet, this sourdough pizza focaccia bread is a recipe you need to have on hand the next time hunger strikes!
If you love serving all your homemade sourdough breakfast ideas with the perfect butter or spread, then you're going to love this selection!
Homemade Butter [3 methods]
Here are 3 easy ways to make creamy homemade butter at home. You can choose to add salt or leave it unsalted. Yields around 250g to 300g of homemade butter plus buttermilk.
Make delicious European cultured butter in your own kitchen. This simple process yields both cultured butter and cultured buttermilk for your eating pleasure. Yields around 200-250g of butter.
