Make soft, fluffy sourdough pull-apart rolls for your holiday table. This recipe uses an overnight fermentation for maximum flavor and is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Author:katereilly
Prep Time:30 min
Cook Time:25 min
Total Time:14 hours 55 min
Yield:12 rolls 1x
Category:Bread
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
100g active sourdough starter
350g warm water
500g bread flour
10g salt
30g unsalted butter, softened
15g honey
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the active sourdough starter and warm water. Stir until the starter is mostly dissolved.
Add the bread flour and salt to the bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Incorporate the softened butter and honey into the dough. Continue kneading until fully combined and the dough is smooth.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, place the bowl in the refrigerator for 12-18 hours for a slow, cold fermentation.
The next day, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently shape it into a log.
Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
Arrange the pieces cut-side up in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, leaving a small space between each piece.
Cover the pan and let the rolls rise at room temperature for 2-3 hours, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg wash. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Let the rolls cool slightly in the pan before serving warm.
Notes
For a make-ahead option, you can refrigerate the shaped rolls (after step 9) for up to 24 hours before baking. Bring them to room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking.
To freeze baked rolls, let them cool completely, then wrap them tightly. Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly before using it for the best results.