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Soft and Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

A cluster of soft, golden brown sourdough discard rolls with a shiny, buttery glaze served on a white plate.
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Make soft, fluffy dinner rolls quickly using your active sourdough discard. These rolls require minimal rise time and are ready for your table the same day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
  • 1 cup warm water (about 105-115°F)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tablespoons for brushing

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add the sourdough discard to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Add the 4 tablespoons of melted butter. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 45 to 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  6. Gently punch down the dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  7. Arrange the dough balls close together in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan for pull-apart style rolls. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  10. Remove the rolls from the oven. Brush the tops immediately with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, brush the tops with garlic butter after baking instead of plain butter.
  • If your kitchen is cold, place the dough bowl in a slightly warm oven (turned off) to speed up the rise time.
  • These rolls freeze well after cooling; reheat in the oven to refresh the texture.

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