Sourdough Dinner Rolls with Honey Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

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Soft and fluffy sourdough rolls brushed with sweet honey butter, a perfect complement to any Thanksgiving meal. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 42 minutes, pairs active sourdough starter, warm whole milk, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 22 min Serves 12 American cuisine 150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/2 cup active sourdough starter
1 cup (110°F) warm whole milk
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tbsp granulated sugar
4 tbsp + 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted plus extra
1 1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp honey
1 large egg

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup active sourdough starter and 1 cup warm whole milk (110°F). Stir in 3 tbsp granulated sugar, 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter, and 1 large beaten egg.
Step 2: Add 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 1/2 tsp salt gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 3: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 2 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 4: Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spacing evenly.
Step 5: Cover the rolls and let rise for another 45 minutes until puffy.
Step 6: Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush rolls gently with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter.
Step 7: Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown on top. Remove from oven and immediately brush with a mixture of 2 tbsp melted butter and 2 tbsp honey for a shiny, sweet finish.
Step 8: Let cool slightly before serving warm.