Description
These soft and fluffy sourdough dinner rolls are made using a sourdough discard, enriched with milk, oil, and sugar for a tender crumb. Perfectly risen and baked to golden perfection, these rolls are ideal for accompanying any dinner or enjoyed as a snack with butter.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups warm milk (not hot)
- â…“ cup sourdough discard
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a stand mixer bowl, combine the warm milk, sourdough discard, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, salt, and the large egg until fully integrated and smooth.
- Add and Knead Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, then knead using the dough hook attachment for 5 to 6 minutes until the dough is no longer sticky and has a smooth, elastic texture.
- First Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for 6 to 8 hours until it has doubled in size and is airy.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough to release excess air, then divide and shape it into 15 equal balls, rolling each smooth.
- Second Rise: Arrange the dough balls in the prepared baking dish evenly spaced. Cover again and allow to rise for an additional 1 to 2 hours until the rolls have puffed noticeably.
- Bake and Finish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes until the tops are golden brown. Remove from oven and immediately brush with melted butter for a rich, glossy finish.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast in the sourdough discard properly without killing it.
- Long fermentation during the first rise enhances the sourdough flavor and improves the texture.
- Brushing the baked rolls with melted butter adds flavor and keeps the crust soft.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs or garlic to the dough before kneading.
- These rolls can be frozen after baking; thaw and warm before serving.
