Warm, soft, and buttery sourdough discard pull-apart garlic bread that’s perfect for sharing.
Author:mary
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:60 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup (240 g) sourdough discard (100% hydration)
2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour, plus 2–4 tbsp if needed
1/2 cup (120 ml) warm milk (105–110°F / 40–43°C)
2 tsp instant yeast
2 tbsp sugar or honey
1 tsp fine sea salt
2 tbsp olive oil
Garlic butter coating:
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Flaky salt for finishing (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk warm milk, sugar, and instant yeast. Stir in sourdough discard and olive oil until smooth.
Add flour and salt. Mix with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms. If sticky, add 1–2 tbsp more flour.
Knead on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes (or 5–6 minutes in a mixer) until smooth and slightly tacky.
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until puffy and nearly doubled, 45–60 minutes.
Mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Punch down dough. Pinch off small pieces and roll into 1–1 1/4-inch balls. Dip each ball in garlic butter and layer in a greased pan, sprinkling Parmesan as you go if using.
Cover and let rise until puffy, 20–30 minutes. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, until golden and the center reaches about 200°F (93°C).
Brush with any leftover garlic butter, add a pinch of flaky salt, cool 5–10 minutes, then serve warm and pull apart at the table.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, chill the shaped loaf for 1 hour before baking.