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Soft Honey Butter Whole Wheat Sourdough Rolls

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These soft and buttery whole wheat sourdough rolls combine the gentle sweetness of honey with the tang of sourdough, delivering a tender crumb and slight chew perfect for cozy gatherings and easy homemade baking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups whole wheat flour (360g)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 1/2 cup active sourdough starter (120g), bubbly and fed within the last 6-8 hours
  • 1 cup warm water (240ml), around 80°F (27°C)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (56g), softened
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • Optional: pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Activate your starter by feeding it 6-8 hours before beginning; it should double in size and smell pleasantly tangy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir warm water, honey, and softened butter until honey dissolves and butter is evenly distributed.
  4. Add active sourdough starter to the wet mixture and stir gently to combine.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry mix and stir with a wooden spoon or hands until a shaggy, sticky dough forms.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let rest for 30 minutes (autolyse).
  7. Perform 3 stretch-and-folds spaced 20 minutes apart to build dough strength.
  8. Cover and let dough rise at room temperature (70-75°F / 21-24°C) for about 2 hours until increased by about 50% in volume.
  9. Lightly flour work surface, turn dough out, divide into 10 equal pieces (~3.2 oz / 90g each), and shape each into a tight ball.
  10. Place shaped rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced evenly.
  11. Cover rolls loosely with plastic wrap or a clean towel and proof for 1 to 1.5 hours until puffy and nearly doubled.
  12. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) about 20 minutes before baking.
  13. Brush rolls gently with melted butter and bake for 18-22 minutes, rotating halfway, until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
  14. Transfer rolls to a wire rack to cool slightly and serve warm with extra honey butter if desired.

Notes

Do not add extra flour to the dough unless absolutely necessary; sticky dough is normal. Watch for puffiness rather than relying solely on time during proofing to avoid overproofing. Brushing with butter before and after baking adds moisture and color. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.

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