Sourdough Pizza Rolls
Hot, cheesy, pull apart pizza rolls fresh from the oven are a treat no one can resist. The aroma of melted mozzarella, tangy tomato sauce, and soft sourdough bread will have everyone reaching for more. This guide walks you through every step, from making the perfect dough to solving common baking problems, so you can enjoy bakery quality rolls at home.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup active sourdough starter at peak activity
- 1 cup water filtered or spring water preferred
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with bread flour
- 2 tsp salt
Filling
- 1 cup pizza sauce thick sauce preferred to avoid sogginess
- 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese low-moisture preferred
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni or substitute with cooked sausage, Chicken Ham, mushrooms, or roasted vegetables
Instructions
- Combine all dough ingredients in a large mixing bowl until a shaggy mass forms. Cover and let rest for 2 hours at room temperature.
- Wet your hands and perform one set of pulls and folds: lift and fold each side toward the center. Cover and rest for 1 hour.
- Repeat two more sets of pulls and folds, resting 1 hour between each set. Cover after each set.
- Allow the dough to ferment overnight for 8–10 hours at room temperature (64–68°F / 18–20°C).
- In the morning, chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) convection or 425°F (220°C) conventional, or prepare for a cold start.
- Oil your work surface and stretch the dough into an 18x12 inch (45x30 cm) rectangle.
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce, sprinkle mozzarella, and top with pepperoni. Leave a small border on one long edge.
- Roll the dough from the long side into a tight log. Slice into 12 equal pieces and place in a greased muffin tin.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30–35 minutes or in cold oven for 40–45 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer rolls to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
This recipe uses the dough from this Sourdough Discard Pizza Recipe. You can use any type of cheese you like — mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend. Use what you have on hand!