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Sourdough Rolls

Follow these hints for the softest, fluffiest Sourdough Rolls. This easy homemade dinner roll recipe gets its flavor from sourdough discard. 

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Rise Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 216 kcal
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup warm water 110-115ºF
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 package instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sourdough starter discard (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3-4 cups all-purpose flour (slightly adjust this based on differing starters)
Egg Wash:
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

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  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, pour in the warm water and sugar. 1/2 cup warm water, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  2. Sprinkle the yeast over the water. Allow it to sit for 2-3 minutes. 1 package instant yeast
  3. Add the eggs, oil, starter and salt. Mix on low speed until combined. Note: You do not need an active sourdough starter. It can be sourdough discard. 2 large eggs, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 cup sourdough starter discard, 1 teaspoon salt
  4. Add 3 cups of flour and mix the dough using the beater blade until combined. At this point, add more flour, 1/4 cup at a time. I've found that sourdough starters are often varying in consistency, sometimes thicker or thinner than other times. Add enough flour so that the bread dough feels slightly tacky. It should not feel dry, but yet shouldn't stick all over your hands. We find that 3 1/2 cups of flour works great with our starter. The dough will get less sticky as you knead it, so be careful not to add too much flour at the start! 3-4 cups all-purpose flour
  5. Knead the dough using the dough hook on the stand mixer for about 5-7 minutes or until the dough feels smooth, springs back if you touch it and doesn't feel too sticky.
  6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with cheesecloth or loosely with plastic wrap and set it in a warm spot. Allow the dough to rise for 30-45 minutes or until nearly doubled.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, divide the dough into 12 balls. (Or if you want smaller rolls, make 15.) Roll the dough between your hands to make a smooth ball, then place the dough balls in a greased 9x13" baking pan.
  8. Allow the dough to rise while the oven preheats to 375ºF.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and one tablespoon of water. Brush this egg wash on the tops of the unbaked rolls. This gives them that shiny golden brown top. 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon water
  10. Bake the rolls for about 20-22 minutes. Allow the rolls to cool on a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use the dough setting on a bread machine to knead the dough...or kneading by hand! Just be careful not to add too much flour.
  • Use the dough setting on a bread machine to knead the dough...or kneading by hand! Just be careful not to add too much flour.
  • The calories shown are based on the recipe making 12 rolls, with 1 serving being 1 roll. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information.**

Nutrition Information

Calories 216kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 31mg (10%) Sodium 206mg (9%) Potassium 56mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 45IU (1%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 2.1mg (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 216

% Daily Value*

Calories 216kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 206mg 9%
Potassium 56mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 45IU 1%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 2.1mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.