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Super Soft One-Hour Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

A cluster of freshly baked, golden brown sourdough discard rolls with a shiny glaze, arranged on a white plate.
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Make soft, fluffy homemade rolls quickly using your sourdough discard. This easy recipe delivers tender rolls perfect for any dinner without a long wait.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup active sourdough discard (unfed starter)
  • 1 cup warm water (about 105-115°F)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This shows the yeast is active.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture and the sourdough discard into the dry ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Add the 1/4 cup of melted butter to the dough. Mix until the butter is incorporated.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You do not need a stand mixer for this step.
  6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 30 to 45 minutes, or until it has nearly doubled in size.
  7. Gently punch down the dough. Divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  8. Arrange the dough balls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, leaving a small space between them for them to touch as they bake (for pull-apart rolls).
  9. Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls rest for a second rise for 15 minutes. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during this time.
  10. Brush the tops of the rolls lightly with the beaten egg wash, if using, for a golden finish.
  11. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  12. Immediately after removing the rolls from the oven, brush the tops with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  13. Serve the soft dinner rolls warm.

Notes

  • For garlic butter rolls, mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter with 1 clove of minced garlic and a pinch of dried parsley before brushing over the hot rolls.
  • If you prefer a slightly tangier flavor, use discard that has been refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • This recipe uses yeast to speed up the rise time, making it a quick bake recipe alternative to traditional sourdough.

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