Simple Sourdough Discard Granola Bars

A Farmhouse‑Style Treat for Using Up That Precious Starter

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🥣 Introduction

There’s something downright magical about turning a scoop of sleepy sourdough discard into a pan of golden, chewy granola bars. These Sourdough Discard Granola Bars are cozy, rustic, and just the right amount of whimsical—like something you’d pack for a picnic under the old oak tree or tuck into a farmhouse pantry jar for snacking all week long.
They’re soft, lightly tangy, perfectly sweet, and endlessly customizable. And best of all, they help you use up sourdough discard in the most delicious way possible.

🌾 Why You’ll Love These Sourdough Discard Granola Bar

• A zero‑waste sourdough recipe that puts your discard to work
• Soft, chewy texture with a hint of tang
• Pantry‑friendly ingredients
• Perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, and grab‑and‑go snacks
• Naturally rustic and farmhouse‑cozy

🥘 Ingredients

• 2 cups quick oats
• ½ cup sourdough discard
• 6 TBSP honey (126 grams)
• 6 TBSP Peanut Butter (96 grams)
• 1 cup crispy rice cereal (we like this sprouted version)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt
• ½ cup mix‑ins (chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, seeds)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment or spray well with cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, stir together the oats, cereal, and salt.
3. Add the sourdough discard, honey, peanut butter, and vanilla. Mix until everything is beautifully coated.
4. Fold in your favorite mix‑ins.
5. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
7. Cool completely before slicing into bars.

🪶 Farmhouse Notes

“These bars remind me of mornings when the kitchen windows fog up from the warmth of the oven and the chickens outside start their chatter. Simple ingredients, simple joy.”

🌻 Tips for the Best Sourdough Discard Granola Bars

• Press the mixture firmly so the bars hold together
• Add extra honey for softer bars, or extra oats for firmer ones
• Chill before slicing for clean edges
• Swap mix‑ins seasonally for a true farmhouse‑pantry feel

🧺 Storage

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

🌾 Serving Ideas

• Pack in lunchboxes
• Crumble over yogurt
• Pair with a mug of warm tea or cup of coffee
• Enjoy as a mid‑afternoon barn‑side snack

There’s a certain charm in turning leftover sourdough discard into something warm and homey, and these Sourdough Discard Granola Bars fit right into that farmhouse rhythm. They’re chewy, golden, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat without losing that rustic, pantry‑made simplicity. If you’re gathering more cozy, zero‑waste recipes for your kitchen rotation, be sure to check out my Easy Cinnamon Coconut Pecan Granola, another reader‑favorite that brings the same wholesome, from‑scratch energy.

Ready to bring a little more cozy, from‑scratch magic into your kitchen? Whip up a batch of these Sourdough Discard Granola Bars and let that humble jar of starter shine in the sweetest way. After you’ve tried them, pop down to the comments and tell me how yours turned out, or hit the ⭐️ rating to help other farmhouse‑style bakers find this recipe. Don’t forget to save it to Pinterest so you can come back to it anytime the craving strikes.

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