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Easy One-Hour Soft Sourdough Discard Dinner Rolls

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Make soft, fluffy dinner rolls quickly using your extra sourdough starter discard. This recipe skips long fermentation times for same-day results.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup active sourdough discard (unfed starter)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk, warm
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the sourdough discard, warm milk, melted butter, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda until just combined.
  2. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Do not overmix.
  3. Lightly flour a clean surface. Turn the dough out and gently knead it 4 to 5 times until it comes together.
  4. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  5. Arrange the dough balls close together in a greased 8×8 inch baking pan for pull-apart style rolls.
  6. Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let the rolls rest in a warm spot for 20 minutes. This is a short proof.
  7. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  8. Brush the tops of the rolls lightly with the beaten egg wash.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the rolls sound hollow when tapped.
  10. Remove from the oven and brush the tops with a little extra melted butter immediately, if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • If you prefer a richer roll, brush the tops with melted butter immediately after they come out of the oven.
  • You can use any type of discard, whether it is 100% hydration or slightly thicker.
  • For softer rolls, ensure your milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing any residual yeast activity.

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