These sourdough recipes made in a cast iron skillet are one of a kind. These sourdough recipes are diverse (sweet, sour and savory), though they all have one thing in common. We like to think they are the best sourdough skillet recipes out there.
There are so many uses for sourdough discard. Once I transitioned from eating gluten – free (for over 14 years) to making sourdough, we made our own sourdough starter from scratch.
We had to break out our trusty cast iron skillet to enjoy many sourdough creations brewing in our head. Plus, we had a lot of leftover bread flour in our cupboard and sourdough starter in the fridge we needed to use, too.
A cast iron skillet is a staple within our house. We have three different sizes, 6″, 10″ and 14″ – all for different needs. We love the diversity a cast iron skillet brings to the table. Plus we love that they are easy to serve from and clean up too.
We find cast iron skillets have the best heat dispersion and are naturally non-stick. Just coat with a little olive oil or butter and you will be well on your way to enjoying a delicious home cooked meal – right in your cast iron skillet!
If you need more inspiration, just check out our sourdough cast iron skillet recipes to try something new.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Sourdough Discard Garlic Knots
This is one of the top recipes on our blog! Not only do we love these sourdough garlic knots, but our readers do too. This soft and fluffy dough is a fun way to enjoy these sourdough breadsticks – tied up in a knot.
Top the sourdough garlic knots with a garlic butter sauce. For an even more beautiful appeal, top with fresh herbs (like parsley) and freshly grated cheese to the top. This recipe is a ‘must make’ on your sourdough journey!
2. Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls (In cast iron skillet)
This recipe uses a few of our favorite kitchen utensils – a bench scraper, stand mixer and a cast iron skillet! The bench scraper is one of our staples when making cinnamon rolls to give uniform rolls. And to take time off your hands, use a Kitchenaid mixer to build tension in the dough. (We love our refurbished KitchenAid Mixer!)
Cinnamon rolls and sourdough sticky buns are one of our favorite breakfast recipes to make. Homemade sourdough cinnamon rolls are absolutely divine as there is nothing which can match the fluffy texture.
The butter and brown sugar is in every layer. Top the cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting before devouring them. This is a great recipe to make for breakfast, brunch or dessert.
3. Sourdough Whole Wheat Pizza Crust
If you like a hearty pizza crust, try this sourdough whole wheat crust. The nutty flavor of whole wheat flour shines through and provides a nice ‘chewy’ texture in addition to the fluffy crust.
4. Sourdough BBQ Chicken Pizza
This basic sourdough sourdough pizza crust recipe, is made from sourdough discard. The BBQ sauce provides a nice base to the mozzarella cheese, jalapeños, onion and smoked chicken on top.
After making a crispy crust on the stovetop, transfer the cast-iron skillet with the entire pizza in the hot oven until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
5. Sourdough Apple Dutch Baby
If you like a sourdough german pancake (aka dutch baby), try this sourdough apple dutch baby recipe. The custard like texture shines through with the tender, flavorful apples in each bite.
The apples become soft (without melting into the rest of the dutch baby). Cinnamon sugar apples are in every bite!
6. Sourdough Pizza Crust
This sourdough pizza dough is one of our favorite yeast free sourdough pizza crusts. Made from sourdough discard, this pizza dough provides a slight chew in each bite – without being heavy.
The crust is considered a ‘thin crust pizza’, though it can hold a surprising amount of toppings. Enjoy pizza night, every night, with this easy sourdough pizza crust recipe.
And even though these are the best sourdough cast iron skillet recipes, you can make these pizzas on a baking stone.
7. Lemon and Blueberry Sourdough Dutch Baby
This lemon blueberry sourdough dutch baby is another reader favorite on the blog. Each bite is bursting with blueberries and a lovely citrus flavor. It is crazy how such simple ingredients can produce such a tasty treat.
The sourdough discard and lemon pair together well to provide a tangy flavor, while keeping it light and refreshing. The blueberries can be fresh or frozen, which is great if you have a surplus from the summer (or a good deal at the grocery). This makes it a great option for breakfast or dessert.
8. Sourdough German Pancake (AKA Dutch Baby – no add ins)
Of course a roundup of the best sourdough recipes made in a cast iron skillet needs to have a basic sourdough dutch baby recipe. Make this recipe without add-ins (IE sweet sourdough dutch baby or savory sourdough dutch baby).
Made with eggs, butter and sourdough discard, this light and fluffy pancake is an approachable way to serve a crowd (without spending a lot of time in the kitchen). And the best part is the recipe comes together in the blender for easy prep and clean up.
9. Sourdough Dutch Baby (with cranberries and walnuts)
If you are looking for a recipe with a variety of textures, this sourdough walnut cranberry dutch baby is a great option. The tart bite from the dried cranberries accompanies the nutty and smooth walnuts.
As the sourdough dutch baby cooks, the walnuts become tender. The weight of both the walnuts and cranberries do make this a heavier dish than a traditional sourdough dutch baby, making it is more custard like in texture than fluffy.
And as an added bonus, this sourdough dutch baby recipe has an even higher protein content thanks to the addition of walnuts.
10. Sourdough Discard Cornbread
Adding leftover sourdough discard is a simple addition to cornbread. The discard makes the cornbread moist and flavorful. It is not dry and crumbly (which can occasionally happen when only using cornmeal within a recipe). Enjoy by itself or topped with honey and butter.
11. Sourdough English Muffins (Egg Free)
If we are not making sourdough english muffin bread, we are making these. The process to make english muffins from scratch takes a while to master to ensure they do not burn in the cast iron skillet, but they are well worth the labor of love. We promise, the hard work will pay off.
We enjoy making sourdough english muffins and topping them with farm fresh eggs and avocado.
12. Sourdough Discard Zucchini Fritters
If you have leftover zucchini in your garden, try these sourdough discard zucchini fritters. Make them fresh and fry them in a cast iron skillet until they have crispy edges.
One of the beautiful things about this recipe is the whole family will enjoy them (even though they are packed with vegetables!)
13. Sourdough Cookie Skillet
Is there anything better than making a sourdough cookie skillet and sharing it with a group of friends? If you say yes – we beg to differ!
This sourdough skillet cookie is one our favorite ways to make a batch of cookies in a flash. The batter is placed in a hot cast iron skillet and cooked in the oven.
The best part is it can be shared with others easily and is perfect when topped with homemade whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For best results- add lots of chocolate chips!
14. Soft Sourdough Dinner Rolls
Made with olive oil, these soft sourdough dinner rolls are the perfect addition to any dinner table. They are melt in your mouth and absolutely delicious. This recipe is approachable for first time homemade roll makers.
I bet, if you wanted to try making these sourdough Hawaiian rolls, they would work in a cast iron skillet too. Follow the step-by-step instructions to make the rolls and bake them in a cast iron instead.
15. Sourdough Cheesy Garlic Rolls
Similar to our sourdough cheesy pull apart bread, these garlic rolls are filled with flavor. By using active sourdough starter, they rise naturally without the use of commercial yeast and are topped with a delicious garlic and herb butter.
16. Sourdough Focaccia (In a cast iron skillet)
If you love these 10+ best sourdough focaccia recipes – try making one of them in a cast iron skillet. This is a fun twist on the traditional crusty loaf.
By allowing an easy sourdough bread recipe, like this Aldi sourdough bread copycat, to overproof – you can easily create focaccia! Rather than cooking it ‘open faced’ on a sheet pan or in a hot dutch oven, it is cooked in a cast iron skillet.
The edges become even more crispy when cooked in a cast iron pan and the focaccia is light and fluffy. Truly a fun way to enjoy the dish.
17. Sourdough Discard Flatbreads
These sourdough flatbreads remind me of a twist between a naan, pita and tortilla. There are a few simple steps need to create the flatbreads.
Essentially, use active starter to create a ‘bread dough’. After the bulk fermentation period, roll them out thin and puff up when cooked in the cast iron skillet. Great for chicken gyros or tipping in homemade garlic hummus.
18. Beef Pot Pie with Sourdough Crust
This beef pot pie is made with a sourdough crust. If you like meat pie – this is very similar and shines with a great variety of vegetables too.
What is your favorite sourdough recipe to cook in a cast iron skillet? We regularly cook sourdough dutch baby variations in the cast iron skillet because they are so diverse! Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Love the versatility of a cast iron skillet. And the fact it can be passed down generations if maintained properly.
Our favorite sourdough recipe in a cast iron skillet is pizza or a Dutch baby!