Description
Upgrade your game-day spread with these golden, cheesy bite-size sourdough pizza buns. Perfect for tailgates, casual parties, or a quick weeknight treat, these buns use leftover sourdough pizza dough plus your favorite toppings for a tangy, gooey snack. In this recipe you will learn how to mix and ferment the dough, roll and fill the buns, bake them to golden perfection, and explore creative savory and sweet variations. With make-ahead and freezing options, plus serving tips and dipping ideas, these easy handheld bites will steal the show at any gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. In a large bowl mix sourdough starter with warm water and olive oil
2. Add flour and salt and stir until a shaggy dough forms
3. Knead by hand for 8–10 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky
4. Cover and let the dough rise at room temperature for 3–4 hours until puffy
5. Optionally refrigerate the dough for 1–2 hours for easier handling
6. Roll dough into a 1/4-inch-thick rectangle on a floured surface
7. Spread pizza sauce evenly leaving a border around edges
8. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, diced pepperoni, and Italian herbs over the sauce
9. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 1-inch sections
10. Place buns cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let rise for 30–45 minutes
11. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C)
12. Brush buns with beaten egg and milk wash and sprinkle with Parmesan if using
13. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbly
14. Cool buns on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: appetizer
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
Keywords: sourdough pizza buns, sourdough tailgate food, pizza dough ideas, sourdough appetizer snacks, pizza party dessert ideas, bite-size snacks, game day snacks