♻️ Creative Ways to Use Leftover Sourdough Bread

If at the end of the week you haven’t devoured all of your bread, don’t let it go to waste - aside from freezing here are some creative ways to use your bread leftovers!

1. Sourdough Croutons

  • How: Cube bread, toss in olive oil, herbs, and a pinch of salt. Bake at 375°F for 10–15 min until golden.

  • Use: Add to salads, soups, or grazing boards.

2. Sourdough Breadcrumbs

  • How: Dry out chunks, then pulse in a food processor. Toast in the oven for extra crunch.

  • Use: Toppings for mac & cheese, breading for chicken, or stuffing mix.

3. Sourdough French Toast

  • How: Soak slices in egg/milk mixture with cinnamon and vanilla, then pan-fry.

  • Pro tip: Slightly stale bread works best—it holds up better!

4. Savory Bread Pudding (Strata)

  • How: Layer chunks with eggs, cheese, veggies, and bake.

  • Flavor ideas: Spinach + feta, mushroom + gruyère, or bacon + scallion.

5. Sweet Bread Pudding

  • How: Toss with custard (milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla), bake until golden.

  • Add-ins: Chocolate chips, dried cherries, cinnamon apples, or citrus zest.

6. Sourdough Garlic Toast / Crostini

  • How: Brush slices with olive oil + garlic, toast in oven.

  • Serve with: Spreads, cheese, or soup.

7. Sourdough Panzanella (Bread Salad)

  • How: Toss toasted bread cubes with tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs, olive oil & vinegar.

  • Great for: Summer menus or leftovers from flavored loaves.

8. Sourdough Stuffing (Holiday or Not)

  • How: Mix with herbs, broth, veggies, and bake.

  • Tip: Freeze leftover cubed bread for when you’re ready.

9. Sourdough Pizza Crust or Flatbread

  • How: Blend torn bread with a little water and olive oil, spread thin, bake, top like a pizza.

🧊 Pro Tip: Freeze Leftovers for Later

  • Cube or slice and store in freezer-safe bags.

  • Keeps up to 2–3 months; pull out as needed for recipes.