Emily D.

Emily Dawson is the founder of Sourdough Cravings, sharing approachable sourdough recipes for home bakers. From easy sourdough bread to creative discard ideas, she inspires you to bake confidently and enjoy every loaf. Explore Emily’s favorite recipes →
Emily D.
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Sourdough discard was one of the most confusing parts of my baking journey. In the early days, I followed every starter tutorial I could find, but no one really explained what to do with the portion you remove before feeding. I was left with a growing jar of extra starter and no clear direction. At first, I threw it away—every day. A few scoops into the trash, and that was it. But the more I baked, the more it bothered me. Was I wasting something useful? Was this step even necessary? Like many home bakers, I didn’t realize that the ... Learn more
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Why Does Sourdough Discard Smell?
How to make a sourdough starter from scratch (no fail, beginner guide) – active bubbly starter in a glass jar on rustic wood with brown-and-white gingham tea towel
How to Make a Sourdough Starter From Scratch (No Fail, Beginner Guide)
A glass jar of active sourdough starter overflowing with bubbles on a rustic surface.
Sourdough Starter Fundamentals: Your Foolproof, Step-by-Step Guide
Close-up of golden brown protein sourdough everything bagels topped with sesame, poppy seeds, garlic, and onion flakes on a rustic wooden surface
Protein Sourdough Bagels: Energizing, Chewy, and Packed with Power
Stack of protein sourdough pancakes topped with banana slices and drizzled with syrup
Fluffy Protein Sourdough Pancakes
Stack of moist and chewy sourdough protein bars with chocolate chunks
Sourdough Protein Bars: Power-Packed, Chewy, and Easy to Make
Three high protein sourdough muffins stacked on a rustic wooden surface with chocolate chips, a checkered napkin, and blurred basil in the background.
High Protein Sourdough Muffins That Fuel Your Day Naturally
High Protein Sourdough Bread sliced in half on a rustic board, with airy crumb and golden crust, perfect for healthy breakfasts.
High Protein Sourdough Bread: Nourishing Recipes You’ll Crave
Stack of golden sourdough protein waffles topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream on a rustic wooden table
Sourdough Protein Waffles for Energy-Packed Mornings
A cozy 2x2 collage of high protein sourdough recipes including blueberry muffins, seed crackers in a glass jar, creamy chicken pot pie with a golden biscuit topping, and fluffy sourdough flatbreads with dipping sauce and herbs — all beautifully styled in warm farmhouse kitchen lighti
High Protein Sourdough Recipes for Healthy Energy
Close-up of a sliced brown sugar cinnamon sourdough bread swirl with powdered sugar on a white plate
Brown Sugar Cinnamon Sourdough Bread: Sweet Swirls & Tangy Crust
Freshly baked Jalapeno Cheddar Sourdough bread in a parchment-lined Dutch oven.
Jalapeno Cheddar Sourdough: Bold, Cheesy, and Totally Crave-Worthy
Homemade cinnamon raisin sourdough bread sliced to show its cinnamon swirl, golden crust, and juicy raisins.
Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough – Soft, Sweet, Naturally Tangy
Side-by-side view of Cranberry Orange Sourdough Bread and fully baked loaf in a white pan.
Cranberry Orange Sourdough Bread That Pops with Tangy, Bright Flavor

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