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My Best Sourdough Discard Blueberry Scones with Lemon

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: March 16th, 2025· Updated: July 19th, 2025

Sourdough blueberry scones arranged on a wooden board with fresh blueberries, along with lemons and a bowl of blueberries.

Sourdough blueberry scones are a delicious way to repurpose sourdough discard, adding a slight tang to their tender, buttery texture. Bursting with juicy blueberries, these scones are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea!

Breakfast, Brunch, Sourdough Discard

Amazing Sourdough Waffles or Pancakes (Light & Crispy)

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: March 6th, 2025

Sourdough waffle topped with a square of butter, maple syrup, and fresh berries.

Whip up this easy sourdough waffle recipe to level up your morning! Golden brown and crispy on the outside, and so light and fluffy on the inside, you’ll want to make these again and again. Let the batter ferment overnight for unbelievably flavourful and airy waffles, or mix them up and cook them right away—your…

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Breakfast, Brunch, Sourdough Discard

The Best Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies (Soft & Chewy)

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: March 4th, 2025

Stack of sourdough chocolate chip cookies on a plate.

These sourdough chocolate chip cookies are loaded with chocolate chips, brown butter, and sourdough discard for a super soft, gooey, chewy, and flavourful treat you’ll want to bake all the time! Bookmark this recipe so you’ll be ready whenever a craving hits! Jump To:Why is this Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe the BEST?Key Ingredients for…

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Cookies, Sourdough Discard

Easy No-Knead Sourdough Bagels (Soft and Chewy!)

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 24th, 2025

A variety of sourdough bagels on a baking tray.

Only 10 minutes of hands-on time and some simple shaping stand between you and a batch of these irresistibly chewy New York-style sourdough bagels. Easy to customize with your favourite bagel toppings, you’ll never want to go back to those sad bread rings from the grocery store ever again! I’m not exaggerating when I say…

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Bread, Sourdough

Authentic Sourdough Pączki (Polish Jam Donuts)

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 22nd, 2025· Updated: October 24th, 2025

Stack of 3 paczki on a black plate.

These traditional Polish donuts are made with a brioche-like dough, and filled with jam, custard, or other yummy things. They’re usually eaten on Fat Thursday in Poland, or Fat Tuesday (aka Mardi Gras) in the US. With this easy sourdough pączki recipe there’s no reason not to make them any time of year! My family…

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Bread, Donuts, Sourdough

Easy Sourdough Bread for Beginners (No-Knead Recipe)

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 16th, 2025· Updated: September 24th, 2025

Slices of sourdough bread arranged on a plate.

It’s truly wonderful knowing how to make your own delicious sourdough bread at home. And it’s far easier to do than you think! Before you know it you’ll be pulling crisp and crackly loaf of bread out of your oven, and filling your home with the heavenly scent of fresh-baked bread. All it takes is…

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Bread, Sourdough

Jam Sandwich Cookies with Sourdough Discard (So Buttery!)

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 13th, 2025· Updated: February 15th, 2025

A small bowl with three heart-shaped cookies filled with raspberry jam, and an open jar of jam in the background.

These jam sandwich cookies make the perfect gift for any holiday, but I especially love cutting them into windowed hearts and filling them with raspberry jam for Valentine’s Day. Two cookies made with browned butter and sourdough discard are sandwiched together around homemade or store-bought jam for a rich, buttery, and delicious treat you’ll want…

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Brown Butter, Cookies, Sourdough Discard

How to Brown Butter and Level Up Your Bakes!

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 13th, 2025· Updated: February 16th, 2025

A spoon dripping brown butter into a bowl. Slices of butter on a wooden board in the background.

Who knew butter could taste even better than it already does? Browning butter caramelizes its milk solids, giving it a delicious, nutty, and rich taste that’s perfect in any recipe that uses butter. Best of all, it’s really simple to make so it’s a skill that’s well worth having in your baking tool belt. Jump…

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Baking Tips & Techniques, Basics

Keep your Sourdough Starter Warm: 10 Easy Tips!

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 9th, 2025· Updated: November 28th, 2025

A jar of sourdough starter wrapped in fabric, on a windowsill.

Temperature is probably the most important factor that decides how quickly (or slowly) your sourdough starter peaks and is ready to bake with. If your starter is sluggish, read on for some easy things you can do to keep your starter nice and warm! Most starters will adapt to whatever your room temperature happens to…

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Baking Tips & Techniques, Basics, Sourdough

Dehydrating Sourdough Starter: The Ultimate Guide!

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 9th, 2025· Updated: February 12th, 2025

Top view of a small open mason jar with a wooden spoon and filled with dehydrated sourdough starter.

Dehydrating sourdough starter is the best way to store it indefinitely. After just 3-5 days you can revive your dry sourdough starter and get back to baking—much faster than making one from scratch! Jump To:Why Should You Dehydrate Your Sourdough Starter?Is It Better to Freeze or Dehydrate Sourdough Starter?FreezingDehydratingHow Old Should Your Starter Be Before…

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Baking Tips & Techniques, Basics, Sourdough

Sourdough Myths Busted: The Truth About Starter!

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 3rd, 2025· Updated: February 12th, 2025

A glass jar of sourdough starter, with a loaf of sourdough bread in the background.

When it comes to making sourdough, there are a lot of myths, misinformation, and old wives’ tales out there. Whether it’s the Float Test, or misguided instructions for feeding for your starter, I’m here to debunk some of the most persistent sourdough myths! Jump To:Myth #1: The “Float Test” is a good way to check…

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Baking Tips & Techniques, Basics, Sourdough

Common Sourdough Starter Problems & How to Fix Them!

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 2nd, 2025· Updated: February 16th, 2025

Lifting the lid off a jar of sourdough starter, stretching strands of starter between the jar and the lid.

While sourdough starter is surprisingly resilient, there are some problems you might come across. If you’ve ever wondered why your starter isn’t rising, or why it smells a certain way, look no further. No matter what sourdough starter problem you come up against, you’ll know how to handle it like a pro! Jump To:Why isn’t…

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Baking Tips & Techniques, Basics, Sourdough

How to Feed, Maintain & Store Sourdough Starter

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 1st, 2025· Updated: February 11th, 2025

Wooden spoon lifting strands of sourdough starter out of a glass jar.

Once you have a strong and bubbly sourdough starter, you’ll want to keep it that way by feeding and storing it in a way that works for your life and baking schedule. Read on to learn all my tips for keeping your starter at its best! Jump To:Why do you need to feed sourdough starter?How…

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Baking Tips & Techniques, Basics, Sourdough

How to Make Sourdough Starter

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: February 1st, 2025· Updated: September 24th, 2025

Open jar of bubbly sourdough starter, with a loaf of sliced sourdough bread in the background.

This easy and intuitive method is perfect for making a strong and bubbly sourdough starter from scratch. In just a couple of weeks, you’ll have your very own starter ready to use. Learn how to make the strong & bubbly starter you’ll need to bake delicious sourdough breads, bagels, donuts, and more! I want to…

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Baking Tips & Techniques, Basics, Bread, Sourdough linktree

Ultimate Flaky Pie Crust

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: September 28th, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

Crimping the edge of a pie crust.

This pie crust is the secret to achieving perfectly flaky, buttery layers. Made with your choice of butter, lard, or a combination of both, it’s versatile and easy to work with. Ideal for sweet or savory pies, it bakes up golden and crisp every time! If you’re a pie lover, you know that a great…

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Pies & Pastries

Deep Dish Breakfast Pie

Author: Charlotte Gerwin·Published: September 27th, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

Deep dish breakfast pie with a bacon lattice top.

Start your morning off right with this irresistible Deep Dish Breakfast Pie! Featuring a flaky, buttery crust, a rich eggy filling packed with crispy hash browns, savory sausage, and melty cheese, it’s topped with a fun and delicious bacon lattice. Perfect for brunch or meal prep, this hearty breakfast pie will have everyone coming back…

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Breakfast, Brunch, Pies & Pastries

ELF Food Group Cookies

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: September 27th, 2024· Updated: April 18th, 2025

ELF Food Group Cookies on a wooden plate.

If Buddy the Elf made Christmas cookies, they’d taste like these: a sugar rush of candy, candy canes, candy corn, and syrup! I have to admit I’m really not a fan of winter, but one thing I do look forward to is Christmas being around the corner—mainly because that means I get an excuse to…

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Cookies ‘n’ Cream Shark Cupcakes

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: March 9th, 2024· Updated: June 30th, 2025

Oreo Cookies 'n' Cream cupcake with Oreo buttercream frosting, blue sprinkles, and a shark fin-shaped Oreo cookie topper.

A delicious Oreo cupcake filled with a creamy Oreo white chocolate ganache, topped with Oreo Italian Meringue buttercream and topped with a fun shark fin-shaped Oreo cookie. A little while ago, my son’s best friend’s mom asked me if I would make cupcakes for her son’s shark-themed birthday party. I’ll accept any excuse to bake…

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Cakes, Cupcakes

Moon Mist Shark Cupcakes

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: March 9th, 2024· Updated: June 30th, 2025

Moon Mist cupcake with a shark fin-shaped waffle cone cookie topper.

A colourful Moon Mist-flavoured cupcake that tastes just like childhood—filled with a caramel waffle cone filling, topped with Moon Mist-flavoured whipped cream frosting, and a shark fin-shaped piece of waffle cone. A little while ago, my son’s best friend’s mom asked me if I would make cupcakes for her son’s shark-themed birthday party. I’ll accept…

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Smoky S’mores Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Buttercream

Author: Joanna Rankin·Published: March 9th, 2024· Updated: June 30th, 2025

S'mores Shark Cupcake

A delicious graham cupcake that tastes just like summer—filled with a smoky milk chocolate ganache, topped with a creamy toasted marshmallow buttercream and topped with a fun shark fin-shaped graham cookie. A little while ago, my son’s best friend’s mom asked me if I would make cupcakes for her son’s shark-themed birthday party. I’ll accept…

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Cakes, Cupcakes

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