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Crispy Sourdough Discard Crackers

These incredibly easy and delicious sourdough discard crackers transform flavorful discard into a crispy, dippable, snackable treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet Lined with parchment paper
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pastry brush
  • sharp knife or pizza cutter

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 cup sourdough discard unfed
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
  • 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 scant teaspoon table salt
  • olive oil for brushing
  • kosher salt for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine sourdough discard, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, melted butter, and table salt until a cohesive dough forms. It may be sticky.
    1 cup sourdough discard
  • Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Place another piece of parchment paper on top of the dough and roll it out between the two sheets to about 1/16-inch thickness.
  • Gently peel off the top parchment paper. Lightly brush the surface of the dough with olive oil and sprinkle generously with kosher salt.
    1 cup sourdough discard
  • Score the dough into desired cracker shapes using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  • Bake for 18 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheet, then break them apart along the score lines.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For even baking, rotate the baking sheet halfway through. Adjust flour/liquid if discard consistency varies. Can be prepped ahead by scoring and refrigerating unbaked dough.