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Sourdough Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

Sourdough Pumpkin Dinner Rolls that Warm Your Heart This Fall

Delightful Sourdough Pumpkin Dinner Rolls that are yeast-free and festive, perfect for gatherings this fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
First Rise Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Sourdough Starter Ensure it’s active and fed
  • 1 cup Milk 2% or whole milk preferred
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can be used if needed
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use 100% puree, not pie filling
  • 1/4 cup Butter Unsalted preferred, use salted if necessary
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Avoid bread flour
  • 1 large Egg Can be omitted for vegan version
  • 2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Create your own blend if desired
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup is a fine substitute for vegan option
For the Glaze
  • 2 tbsp Honey Butter Mix honey with melted butter

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Whisk
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Starter: Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly.
  2. Mix the Dough: Combine sourdough starter, warm milk, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, melted butter, and sea salt until well blended.
  3. First Rise: Shape the dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and allow to rise for 6.5 hours.
  4. Shape the Rolls: Deflate, divide into pieces, and shape into smooth balls before placing on a baking sheet.
  5. Second Rise: Cover and let the rolls rise for 2 to 3 hours.
  6. Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 375°F, brush with honey butter, and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  7. Cool and Serve: Brush with remaining honey butter glaze and cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store rolls in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage. Thaw and reheat before serving.

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