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Fluffy sourdough skillet rolls brushed with butter and sprinkled with rosemary and sea salt 2026

Rosemary Sea Salt Sourdough Skillet Rolls for Thanksgiving


  • Total Time: 6-8 hours
  • Yield: 10-12 rolls 1x

Description

There’s something magical about pulling a golden skillet of freshly baked Rosemary Sea Salt Sourdough Skillet Rolls for Thanksgiving from the oven. The aroma of garlic butter, rosemary, and warm sourdough fills the air, promising comfort and tradition. This easy skillet rolls recipe creates buttery, fluffy rolls with crisp edges and a tangy depth that pairs perfectly with any Thanksgiving spread or a cozy weeknight dinner. In this recipe, you’ll find the story behind these rolls, the key ingredients, step-by-step method, expert baking tips, and FAQs to help you master sourdough skillet rolls.


Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (100 g) active sourdough starter
  • 1 cup (240 ml) warm water (75–80°F)
  • 3 cups (375 g) bread flour
  • 3 tbsp softened unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 1½ tbsp fresh chopped rosemary
  • 1 clove garlic minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
  • 1 tsp olive oil for skillet

  • Instructions

    1. In a large bowl, stir together sourdough starter and warm water until dissolved, then add honey and melted butter.

    2. Gradually mix in bread flour and fine sea salt until a shaggy dough forms.

    3. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

    4. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise at room temperature 4–6 hours until doubled.

    5. Divide dough into 10–12 pieces and shape each into a smooth ball.

    6. Grease a cast-iron skillet with olive oil, arrange rolls close together, cover, and proof 1–2 hours until puffy.

    7. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), brush rolls with herb butter, sprinkle flaky sea salt, and bake 20–25 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly before serving.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: bread
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 roll

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