Quick Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls (One Hour Rise)
Description
Soft, fluffy sourdough discard dinner rolls made quickly with leftover starter. Perfect for dinner, sandwiches, or as a flavorful side.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sourdough discard, 240 g, (unfed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, 240 g
- ¼ cup milk, 60 ml, warmed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 28 g, melted
- 1 tablespoon sugar, 12 g
- 1 teaspoon salt, 6 g
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast, 3 g (optional, for faster rise)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 1 cup sourdough discard, 2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ cup milk, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon instant yeast (if using). Stir until a sticky, cohesive dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Sprinkle a little flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and place in a greased baking dish or parchment-lined pan, leaving space between rolls.
- Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, or until puffed and nearly doubled.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Optional: brush tops with melted butter. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with butter, jam, or alongside your favorite meal.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Notes
Other Cooking Instructions
Oven Method:Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Shape rolls and place in a greased baking dish or on a parchment-lined pan. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Air Fryer Method:
Place rolls in a greased air fryer-safe pan or basket. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes, checking for golden color and doneness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 394mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 133IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 2mg