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Perfectly Crusty Sourdough Dinner Rolls: A No-Knead Recipe

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These fan-favorite sourdough dinner rolls are perfectly crusty on the outside with a soft and fluffy crumb inside. Made with a no-knead dough, they require just two main ingredients: flour and sourdough starter. Super easy and delicious!

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups bread flour
  • 1 ¼ cups warm filtered or distilled water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup active sourdough starter (use a recently fed, bubbly starter for best results)

Instructions

1. Make the Dough

  1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine all ingredients.
  2. Mix until a consistent dough forms—it should be slightly tacky but not wet.
  3. Cover with cling wrap or a tight lid and let it rest:
    • 8–10 hours at room temperature (if warm)
    • OR in a cold oven with the light on (for cooler kitchens).

2. Shape the Rolls

  1. After the dough has risen, punch it down gently.
  2. Divide into 12 equal-sized balls and place them 2 inches apart on a floured or parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Dust the tops with flour, cover with a kitchen towel, and let rise for 2 hours.

3. Score & Bake

  1. 15 minutes before baking, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Just before baking, score the top of each roll with a sharp knife (a quick, shallow cut to allow steam to escape).
  3. Bake for 25–28 minutes, until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
  4. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

✔ Use an active starter – It should be bubbly and recently fed (not discard older than a week).
✔ Adjust water if needed – If your starter has a different hydration level, tweak the water amount.
✔ Score quickly – A fast cut prevents the rolls from deflating.
✔ Store properly – Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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