25 Best Sourdough Appetizer Recipes

Aug 27, 2026

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Whether you’re hosting a family dinner, holiday meal, or game day spread, this collection of sourdough appetizers has you covered. From savory and salty to warm and cheesy, these crowd-pleasing recipes are sure to be a hit.

Sourdough Pretzel Bites, Sourdough Cheesy Garlic Scones, Sourdough Pepperoni and Cheese Bread, Sourdough Garlic Bread.

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You’ll find recipes like my Jalapeño Cheddar Pull-Apart Bread, which my friends and family always request, along with dippable favorites like Sourdough Pretzel Bites and Sourdough Garlic Knots, plus quick and easy options like Cheesy Garlic Sourdough Scones. From active sourdough starter recipes to no wait sourdough discard favorites, this list has an appetizer for just about any occasion.

Sourdough Pretzel Bites

4.65 from 37 votes

Buttery, salty, and perfectly chewy, these soft sourdough pretzel bites are made with active starter and baked to golden brown perfection!

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Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites

4.95 from 18 votes

Bakery-style Sourdough Discard Pretzel Bites with a soft interior, buttery coating, and salty finish. Perfect for dipping and sharing.

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Cheesy Sourdough Pretzel Bread

4.79 from 14 votes

Soft and chewy cheesy sourdough pretzel bread with a golden crust and melty cheese. Perfect for snacking and sandwiches.

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eight sourdough garlic bread scones arranges on a decorative tray.

Cheesy Garlic Sourdough Scones

5 from 14 votes

Golden cheesy garlic sourdough scones with tender layers, rich garlic butter, and cheesy goodness in every bite.

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Slices of cheesy garlic bread on a wood cutting board with one of the slices pulled apart with cheesy strands holding it together.

Sourdough Garlic Bread Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Soft and crispy sourdough garlic bread packed with rich garlic butter made with sourdough French bread.

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Sourdough Garlic Knots

5 from 2 votes

These Sourdough Garlic Knots are soft, buttery and fluffy. Serve warm with marinara sauce for a perfect side dish for any occasion.

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Golden brown breadsticks in a bowl lined with a white tea towel.

Sourdough Breadsticks

5 from 2 votes

These same-day sourdough breadsticks are soft, fluffy, and brushed with herby garlic butter, making them the most irresistible naturally leavened breadsticks, even better than Olive Garden’s.

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slices of bruschetta sourdough focaccia topped with a feta cheese and basil

Bruschetta Sourdough Focaccia with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese

5 from 1 vote

This sourdough focaccia takes my favorite bruschetta dip to the next level, blending the rich flavors of tomatoes, basil, and garlic with the tangy goodness of creamy feta cheese.

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Cheesy Sourdough Focaccia

5 from 6 votes

This Cheesy Sourdough Focaccia has a cheesy, crispy crust with a soft and chewy texture on the inside. Extra cheesy garlicy flavor in every bite.

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Pesto Sourdough Focaccia

4.72 from 7 votes

This light and fluffy pesto sourdough focaccia features a beautifully browned, crispy crust and is bursting with flavor. Infused with basil pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic, it's a must try focaccia recipe.

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Margherita Pizza Sourdough Focaccia

4.50 from 8 votes

This recipe replaces water with marinara sauce for a rich and flavorful focaccia bread. Inspired by margherita pizza this focaccia is topped with more marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and fresh basil.

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Sourdough salsa focaccia sliced in strips and placed on a wood cutting board with red onions scattered and a bowl of salsa.

Salsa Sourdough Focaccia Bread

4.78 from 9 votes

Spice up your summer with this easy-to-make salsa sourdough focaccia bread. This one-day, no-knead recipe is perfect for beginners, featuring the bold flavors of cantina salsa, pepper jack cheese, pickled onions, and jalapenos. Fresh and homemade, this focaccia is ideal as an easy summer appetizer or a flavorful side for your summer dinner.

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A white platter filled with Sourdough Mini Corn Dogs and a small bowl of ketchup.

Baked Mini Corn Dogs

5 from 4 votes

These quick and easy Sourdough Mini Corn Dogs make the perfect bite-sized snack. Soft mini cornbread muffins are stuffed with slices of hot dog and baked in a mini muffin pan, no frying required. They’re simple to make, fun to eat, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

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Hawaiian Roll Sourdough Focaccia

4.62 from 18 votes

Inspired by one of my favorite appetizers, ham and cheese hawaiian sliders, this hawaiian roll sourdough focaccia is a delicious blend of sweet and savory.

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Cheeseburger Sourdough Focaccia

4.60 from 10 votes

This sourdough focaccia bread features pickle juice in place of water making this bread super flavorful and then is topped with all your favorite cheeseburger toppings including tomatoes, onions, pickles, cheddar cheese, ground beef, and of course we can't forget the drizzle of burger sauce on top.

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Sourdough Cheddar Biscuits stacked on top of each other on a wooden cutting board next to cubed cheddar cheese.

Easy Sourdough Biscuits

4.43 from 7 votes

If you're looking for a super quick and easy sourdough biscuit recipe that is buttery and melts in your mouth, then you need this recipe! These sourdough biscuits are soft, buttery, and full of flavor with the option to add jalapeños for an extra kick.

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Close up on freshly baked Jalapeno Cheddar Pull Apart Sourdough Bread with melted cheese

Cheesy Pull Apart Bread

4.32 from 29 votes

If you're looking for a showstopping appetizer this Jalapeno Cheddar Bacon Pull-Apart Bread is it. All you need is 6 ingredients and 30 minutes to make this addicting pull apart. It's so easy to make and the flavor is unmatched. It's crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside and oh so cheesy.

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Jalapeño Cheddar Sourdough Bread sliced on a wooden cutting board.

Jalapeno Cheddar Bread Recipe with Sourdough Starter

4.28 from 18 votes

Spice up your sourdough bread with spicy jalapeños and sharp cheddar cheese stuffed into an artisan sourdough loaf.

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Round loaf of pepperoni and mozzarella sourdough bread on a round wooden board with pepperonis and shredded mozzarella next to it.

Pepperoni and Cheese Sourdough Bread

4.60 from 10 votes

This loaf is everything you love about pizza: cheesy, loaded with pepperonis, and full of flavor. It's crunchy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. Delicious with a side of marinara sauce or by itself.

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Hot Honey Parmesan Asiago Sourdough Bread loaf next to shredded cheese and a bottle of Mike's Hot Honey

Hot Honey, Parmesan and Asiago Sourdough Bread

4.73 from 37 votes

This artisan sourdough loaf is full of Italian-inspired flavors, with a blend of sharp Parmesan cheese and sweet Asiago cheese, that pair perfectly with the sweet and spicy flavors of hot honey.

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Sun-dried tomato Mozzarella Sourdough Bread next to a bowl of sun-dried tomatoes and blocks of cheese.

Mozzarella & Sun-Dried Tomato Sourdough Bread

4.82 from 16 votes

Bring an Italian flare to your loaf with this mozzarella and sun-dried tomato sourdough bread. Our overnight recipe ensures a fluffy, flavorful loaf, perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs. Enjoy it with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar for an incredible flavor combo.

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One Sourdough Ham and Cheese Roll on a white plate with a gold fork next to it.

Sourdough Ham and Cheese Rolls

5 from 8 votes

These Sourdough Ham and Cheese Rolls are soft and fluffy, stuffed with ham and melty Gruyère cheese, and topped with a savory sauce. They’re warm, cheesy, and packed with flavor.

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Cheesy Sourdough Star Bread

4.96 from 22 votes

This Cheesy Sourdough Star Bread is made with a soft dough layered with roasted garlic butter and melty mozzarella. Twisted into a beautiful star shape, it makes the perfect savory centerpiece for any holiday gathering.

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Sourdough Pizza Wreath

4.58 from 14 votes

This Sourdough Pizza Wreath is a festive holiday appetizer filled with pizza flavor and mozzarella cheese that is sure to impress.

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sourdough pizza heart next to a bowl of marinara sauce for dipping

Sourdough Pull-Apart Pizza Heart

5 from 1 vote

This Sourdough Pull-Apart Pizza Heart uses sourdough pizza dough to make this adorable tear and share heart full of zesty pizza flavor, gooey mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices.

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