Description
These soft, buttery sourdough dinner rolls boast a golden crust and tender crumb, complemented by a signature tangy flavor. Naturally leavened, they’re perfect for elevating any family dinner, holiday feast, or special occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 1 cup active sourdough starter (fed and bubbly)
- 1 cup warm milk (about 100°F)
- 3 tablespoons sugar or honey
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
For Brushing
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the active sourdough starter, warm milk, and sugar (or honey) until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the softened butter and salt. Gradually add in the flour one cup at a time, mixing until a soft, cohesive dough forms. If the dough is very sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes. The dough should become smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and allow to rise at room temperature for 6–8 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls: Punch down the dough to release air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a smooth ball by tucking the edges underneath.
- Second Rise: Arrange the dough balls into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or round pan with slight space between them. Cover and let rise again for 2–3 hours, until the rolls are puffy and touching.
- Preheat & Butter: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Gently brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter before baking.
- Bake the Rolls: Bake in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped.
- Finish & Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and brush them again with melted butter for a soft, shiny finish. Serve warm, fresh from the oven.
Notes
- To make the process easier, start the dough the night before and let it rise overnight for freshly baked rolls in the morning or at dinner.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a little flaky sea salt over the tops after baking.
- If your kitchen is cold, let the dough rise in a turned-off oven with the light on.
- Substitute part of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat for a nuttier flavor and extra fiber.
- Rolls can be frozen after baking; reheat in a low oven until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg