15+ Homemade Sourdough Rolls for Every Craving

If you've got a sourdough starter and a soft spot for fresh-baked rolls, I made a list of my homemade sourdough rolls that are ideal for breakfast, dinner sides, and sweet treats. Even if you're using sourdough discard or an active starter, these sourdough bread recipes will bring all the comfort.

Delicious homemade sourdough rolls for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

There are all kinds of sourdough rolls here-soft sourdough dinner rolls, pillowy sweet rolls, chocolate-filled jumbo rolls, and even whole wheat or pumpkin-spiced options. I hope you find something you'll love in my recipes!

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Sourdough Kaiser Rolls (Austrian Kaisersemmeln)

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Fresh baked bread rolls with scoring on a cooling rack.
Sourdough Kaiser Rolls (Austrian Kaisersemmeln)
These Sourdough Kaiser Rolls are made with an active sourdough starter, all-purpose flour, butter, and a little sugar for flavorful bread rolls that are iconic for a reason. They have the classic Kaiser shape with a soft inside and brown just the right amount. The dough takes a little time to rise, but the ingredients are simple, and you have 2 options how to shape them!
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Sourdough Italian Milk Rolls

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Delicious homemade bread rolls on a cooling rack, showcasing a perfect proof and crust, great for bread lovers.
Sourdough Italian Milk Rolls
These soft sourdough Italian milk rolls are light, fluffy, and gently sweet, with a tender crumb and a delicate swirl inside. Made with milk, butter, and an active sourdough starter, they are perfect for everyday meals or special occasions. The slow fermentation builds flavor while keeping the rolls soft and easy to tear apart.
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Sourdough Picnic Rolls (Pull-Apart Bread Rolls)

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Freshly baked sesame seed buns with soft, fluffy interior and golden crust.
Sourdough Picnic Rolls (Pull-Apart Bread Rolls)
These soft sourdough picnic rolls are one of my favorite things to make during the summer months. They're fluffy, light, and perfect for serving alongside grilled meat, tomato salads, soups, or simple picnic lunches outside.
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Fresh Milled Pumpkin Sourdough Rolls with Poppy Seed Filling

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Fresh Milled Pumpkin Sourdough Rolls with Poppy Seed Filling
These fresh-milled pumpkin sourdough rolls with poppy seed filling are soft, lightly sweet sourdough rolls I made with freshly milled hard white wheat flour, pumpkin, and a homemade poppy seed filling.
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Fresh-Milled Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart Sourdough Focaccia

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Fresh-Milled Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart Sourdough Focaccia
This pull-apart sourdough focaccia has all the flavors of a classic cinnamon roll, without the extra shaping. Made with freshly milled flour and naturally fermented sourdough, it's the kind of bake that's perfect for slow weekend mornings, holiday brunches, or whenever you want to fill the kitchen with the smell of cinnamon.
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Soft Sourdough Crescent Rolls

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Soft Sourdough Crescent Rolls
Soft Sourdough Sandwich Rolls offer the best of both worlds: the familiar softness of a sandwich roll combined with the depth of sourdough flavor. Plus, they're yeast-free and easy to bake at home.
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Sourdough Jumbo Chocolate Rolls

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Sourdough Jumbo Chocolate Rolls
Soft, gooey, and loaded with rich chocolate, Sourdough Jumbo Chocolate Rolls are made with a naturally leavened dough you can prep ahead. The sourdough adds a deep flavor, while the jumbo size makes each roll extra satisfying.
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Austrian Sourdough Sweet Rolls

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Austrian Sourdough Sweet Rolls
With a pillowy-soft texture and golden, lightly crisped tops, Austrian Sourdough Sweet Rolls (Sourdough Buchteln) are made from a sourdough brioche dough that's both rich and fluffy. The gentle fermentation brings out a deep, balanced flavor in these soft, pull-apart rolls.
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Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

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Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Brioche Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls are made with a rich, buttery dough that bakes up soft and pillowy. Each roll is filled with a gooey cinnamon sugar swirl and finished with smooth cream cheese frosting. The sourdough adds a subtle tang, and the overnight rise makes prep simple and stress-free.
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Mini Sourdough Walnut Rolls

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Walnut rolls in a tea towel lined banneton basket.
Mini Sourdough Walnut Rolls
Mini Sourdough Walnut Rolls are made with soft, rich sourdough brioche dough and filled with a spiced walnut mixture. The texture is tender and fluffy, while the filling adds a warm, nutty flavor in every bite. Their small size makes them easy to enjoy anytime.
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Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls

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Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls
Full of sweet cinnamon flavor and a light, fluffy texture, Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls are a great way to use up sourdough discard. The dough bakes up soft and tender, and the rolls are so flavorful you won't even need frosting.
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Soft Sourdough Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls

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Sourdough whole wheat dinner rolls, filed with tomato, mozzarella and arugula.
Soft Sourdough Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
Buttery-soft and made with whole wheat flour plus a bubbly sourdough starter, these Soft Sourdough Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls have a subtle nutty flavor and a gentle sourdough tang. Their soft texture and rich taste make them a great choice for sandwiches, hamburger buns, or as a side to any meal.
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Sourdough Rolls in Dutch Oven

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Sourdough rolls on a cooling rack, two of them separated to show a soft interior.
Sourdough Rolls in Dutch Oven
Made with just starter, water, flour, and salt, these Sourdough Rolls in Dutch Oven are easy and straightforward. No kneading or added yeast needed. They offer a wholesome, simple alternative to rich, buttery sourdough rolls with a rustic texture and flavor.
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Sourdough Potato Rolls

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Sourdough potato rolls on a black cooling rack, just baked.
Sourdough Potato Rolls
Made using only sourdough starter, these Softest Sourdough Potato Rolls come together in just one day. They're soft and tender with a slight potato flavor, making them a great choice for hamburger buns, sandwich rolls, or a fresh twist on classic dinner rolls.
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Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls With Pecans and Maple Syrup

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A Sourdough cinnamon roll with pecans and maple syrup served on a plate
Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls With Pecans and Maple Syrup
Soft, flavorful cinnamon rolls filled with crunchy pecans and sweet maple syrup come together easily in Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls With Pecans and Maple Syrup, made with an overnight sourdough dough for rich taste and texture.
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Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

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Just baked sourdough pumpkin cinnamon rolls in a cast iron skillet.
Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Soft and flavorful, these cinnamon rolls bring the perfect blend of pumpkin and warm spices in every bite. Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Pumpkin Spice offer a cozy autumn treat, and the recipe includes measurements in both cups and grams for easy baking.
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Soft Sourdough Sandwich Rolls

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Soft Sourdough Sandwich Rolls
Soft Sourdough Sandwich Rolls offer the best of both worlds: the familiar softness of a sandwich roll combined with the depth of sourdough flavor. Plus, they're yeast-free and easy to bake at home.
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Whole Wheat Sourdough Rolls (with Fresh-Milled Flour)

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Whole Wheat Sourdough Rolls (with Fresh-Milled Flour)
These Whole Grain Sourdough Rolls with Freshly Milled Flour are soft, wholesome, and full of nutty flavor from freshly milled hard white wheat. Naturally leavened with an active sourdough starter, they bake up golden and crisp on the outside with a light, fluffy interior.
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Whole Wheat Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls (100% Fresh-Milled Flour)

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Freshly baked sourdough cinnamon rolls served on a plate beside a baking pan full of rolls.
Whole Wheat Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls (100% Fresh-Milled Flour)
Soft, buttery, and lightly sweet, these whole grain sourdough cinnamon rolls are made from freshly milled flour for a richer, nutty flavor and tender crumb. Naturally leavened and slowly fermented, they bake up golden and fluffy with just the right balance of wholesome and indulgent.
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