Fluffy Sourdough Dinner Rolls: Beginner-Friendly Recipe
Recipe Overview
Overview
These Fluffy Sourdough Dinner Rolls are a delightful addition to any meal, combining simplicity with impressive results. The recipe begins with a bubbly sourdough starter, which is essential for achieving that characteristic flavor and texture. The use of bread flour is key, as it contributes to the rolls’ soft and fluffy nature, making them a favorite for both casual dinners and special occasions.
The preparation is straightforward, with the stand mixer doing most of the work. After mixing the ingredients, the dough is allowed to rest, which is crucial for gluten development. This resting period not only makes the dough easier to handle but also enhances the final texture of the rolls.
Shaping the rolls is a fun and satisfying process, and the second proofing is where the magic happens. Watching the dough rise and transform into soft, pillowy rolls is rewarding. Once baked, these rolls emerge golden brown and inviting, perfect for serving with butter or as sliders for mini sandwiches.
Overall, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to explore sourdough baking. The rolls are versatile, delicious, and sure to impress your family and friends. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or as part of a meal, they are bound to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Tip: Feed your sourdough starter about 4 hours before starting this recipe for best results.
In a bowl, add room temperature milk, melted butter, sugar, and salt; stir to dissolve the sugar.
Add flour and active sourdough starter to the mixture.
Tip: Use bread flour for the softest, fluffiest rolls.
Stir the dough together until combined, then cover with a damp kitchen towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Switch to the dough hook attachment and knead on speed two for 10 to 12 minutes until smooth and soft.
Tip: Using a stand mixer makes this recipe much easier.
Transfer the dough to a buttered dish, cover with a damp kitchen towel, and leave it to rise overnight for 8 to 12 hours.
Transfer the dough onto a clean work surface and divide it into 12 even pieces.
Pinch the sides of each piece together and roll them in your palm to form tight balls.
Tip: Rolling the dough balls helps to tighten the outside, improving oven spring.
Generously butter a glass 9x13 baking dish and space the rolls evenly in it.
Tip: You can refrigerate the rolls at this point if you want to make them ahead.
Cover the dish with a damp tea towel and proof until doubled, about 2 hours in a warm spot.
Tip: Proofing in a warm spot, like an oven with the light on, helps the rolls rise better.
Bake at 375°F for about 25 to 30 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
Brush the baked rolls with melted salted butter for shine and flavor.
Tip: Brushing with butter instead of egg wash gives a better color and shine.
Tip: These rolls can be served as dinner rolls or sliders for mini sandwiches.
Serve the rolls warm as dinner rolls or sliders.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour Blend
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Using bread flour in sourdough rolls creates a softer texture compared to all-purpose flour.
- •Allowing the dough to rest for 30 minutes helps relax the gluten, making it easier to knead.
- •The second proofing allows the rolls to rise and develop a light, airy texture.
- •Brushing the rolls with melted butter before serving enhances their flavor and appearance.
