Sourdough Discard Crackers

The best possible use for the bit you'd throw away

Thin, snappy crackers made from starter discard in about half an hour. Brilliant on a cheese board, and they solve the guilt of feeding a starter.

Hands on
10 mins
In the oven
25 mins
Start to finish
35 mins

Method

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Notes

Store in an airtight jar. Perfect with cheese, and they keep well enough to make ahead.

Starter that has collapsed and gone hungry is ideal here — it's past its best for raising a loaf but still full of flavour. See the starter planner for what to keep and what to use up.