Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls You’ll Love to Make

Why Make This Recipe

Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls are a fantastic way to use leftover sourdough starter. These rolls are soft, light, and perfect for any meal. They are easy to make and can be served with soup, salad, or as a simple snack. Plus, making rolls from scratch is rewarding and fun!

How to Make Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

Ingredients:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra fluffiness)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt (fine to mix evenly)
• 1.5 cups milk (warmed to 110°F)
• 1 tablespoon sugar (can substitute with honey)
• 0.5 cups sourdough starter (active or discard)
• 2.25 teaspoons dry active yeast (7 g packet)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)

Directions:

1. Heat the milk in a medium saucepan over low-medium heat until it reaches 110°F.
2. Stir the yeast, sourdough starter, and sugar into the warm milk. Let them mingle until frothy.
3. In a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, blend the flour and salt. Slowly add the milk mixture and mix on low speed for about 7 minutes, until the dough is soft and elastic.
4. Add the softened butter to the dough, mixing until it’s fully absorbed.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, until it expands by about 50%.
6. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray and set it aside.
7. Cut the dough into 12 equal pieces, weighing about 97 g each.
8. Roll each piece into a smooth ball by pulling the dough’s sides together and pinching them at the top.
9. Place the shaped rolls in your prepared pan, keeping them evenly spaced in a 4×3 layout.
10. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
11. While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 375°F.
12. Uncover the rolls and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.

How to Serve Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

These dinner rolls are wonderful when served warm, fresh from the oven. You can enjoy them with butter, jam, or along with your favorite soups and meals. They also make great sliders or can be used for sandwiches.

How to Store Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

Store the rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Wrap each roll in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to three months.

Tips to Make Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

• Make sure your milk is at the right temperature (110°F) to activate the yeast.
• If your kitchen is cold, you can let the dough rise in a slightly warm oven.
• For extra flavor, feel free to add herbs or garlic to the dough.

Variation

You can experiment by adding cheese, herbs, or spices to the dough for different flavor profiles. Try adding some shredded cheese or garlic powder to the dough for a delicious twist!

FAQs

Can I use a cold sourdough starter?

Yes, but it’s best to let it come to room temperature before using it for this recipe.

What if my dough doesn’t rise?

Ensure your yeast is fresh and that you’ve used warm milk (not hot). A warm spot is also important for rising.

Can I double the recipe?

Absolutely! Just make sure you have a large enough bowl and pan for the dough to rise and bake.

Fluffy Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

These soft and light dinner rolls made with sourdough starter are perfect for any meal and easy to make from scratch.

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Prep Time 2 hours hrs

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 35 minutes mins

Servings: 12 rolls

Course: Bread, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dough Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra fluffiness)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt (fine to mix evenly)
• 1.5 cups milk (warmed to 110°F)
• 1 tablespoon sugar (can substitute with honey)
• 0.5 cups sourdough starter (active or discard)
• 2.25 teaspoons dry active yeast (7 g packet)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)

Method

 

Preparation

1. Heat the milk in a medium saucepan over low-medium heat until it reaches 110°F.
2. Stir the yeast, sourdough starter, and sugar into the warm milk. Let them mingle until frothy.
3. In a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, blend the flour and salt. Slowly add the milk mixture and mix on low speed for about 7 minutes, until the dough is soft and elastic.
4. Add the softened butter to the dough, mixing until it’s fully absorbed.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, until it expands by about 50%.

Shaping

1. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray and set it aside.
2. Cut the dough into 12 equal pieces, weighing about 97 g each.
3. Roll each piece into a smooth ball by pulling the dough’s sides together and pinching them at the top.
4. Place the shaped rolls in your prepared pan, keeping them evenly spaced in a 4×3 layout.
5. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Baking

1. While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Uncover the rolls and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

Store the rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Wrap each roll in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to three months. For extra flavor, feel free to add herbs or garlic to the dough.