Recipes & Guides
Step-by-step sourdough recipes, starter guides, and the baking science behind every loaf.
Sourdough Pita Bread: Puffy Pockets Every Time
Homemade sourdough pita that actually puffs into perfect pockets. The secret is screaming hot heat and a dough that is easier than you think.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 26, 2026
Sourdough Tortillas: Soft and Pliable Every Time
Homemade sourdough tortillas that stay soft and foldable. Just five ingredients, a hot skillet, and 30 minutes of your time.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 16, 2026
Kamut Sourdough Bread: Nutty and Golden
Kamut (Khorasan wheat) produces a stunning golden sourdough with a rich, buttery flavor. Here is how to work with this ancient grain for your best loaf.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 9, 2026
Sourdough Chocolate Cake: Yes, Really
A rich, fudgy chocolate cake made with sourdough discard. The tang enhances the chocolate flavor in a way that will change how you think about cake.
Team Sourdough Joe · June 7, 2026
Sourdough Dinner Rolls for Holidays
Soft, pull-apart dinner rolls made with sourdough for flavor that impresses at any holiday table. Make the dough ahead and bake fresh when guests arrive.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 31, 2026
Einkorn Sourdough Bread: Ancient Grain Revival
Einkorn is the oldest cultivated wheat, and it makes a uniquely flavored sourdough with a golden crumb and nutty sweetness you will not find in modern wheat.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 29, 2026
Sourdough Crumpets: Fluffy, Tangy, and Addictive
Thick, spongy crumpets loaded with holes that pool with melted butter. Made with sourdough starter for a tang that elevates this British classic.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 24, 2026
Sourdough Breadsticks: Perfect Party Snack
Crispy, golden breadsticks made with sourdough for extra flavor. These are absurdly easy to make and disappear faster than you can bake them.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 19, 2026
Sourdough Challah: A Braided Masterpiece
A naturally leavened challah with an impossibly tender crumb and golden crust. The sourdough fermentation adds depth to this already incredible bread.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 15, 2026
Sourdough Naan: Quick Flatbread from Discard
Turn your sourdough discard into soft, bubbly naan in under 30 minutes. No oven required — just a hot skillet and a few pantry staples.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 10, 2026