Soft sourdough sandwich rolls are a delicious choice! They combine the tangy flavor of sourdough with a soft, pillowy texture that’s perfect for sandwiches. Here’s a basic recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 3 cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Mixing the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, lukewarm water, olive oil, and honey (or sugar).
- Add the bread flour and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Kneading:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook for this step.
- First Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Shaping:
- Once risen, gently deflate the dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Second Rise:
- Cover the rolls loosely with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let them rise again until puffy and almost doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Optionally, you can brush the rolls with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) for a shiny crust.
- Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cooling:
- Transfer the rolls to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and using for sandwiches.
These sourdough sandwich rolls are great for burgers, deli sandwiches, or any kind of fillings you enjoy. Enjoy your baking!
