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    Potato Sourdough Rolls A Perfect Sandwich Bun

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    A recipe that combines a hearty white bread with a delicious sourdough flavor and a tender potato texture. Great for sandwich buns or make them smaller for dinner rolls. Can be frozen then warmed for fresh as baked rolls.

    Every household should have a great potato sourdough rolls recipe that makes an ideal sandwich bun?You know the kind rolls that will stand up to ham burgers with the fixings,  juicy pulled pork  or  tasty cold cuts. Even beef in an au jus gravy and still have enough heft to stand up to the numerous toppings and condiments we like to pile on.

    Potato sourdough buns stacked on a table with two tied with twine.
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    • Why this recipe
    • Plan ahead for sourdough rolls
    • The homestretch to finishing the buns
    • Potato Sourdough Rolls Recipe 
    • Potato Sourdough Rolls

    Why this recipe

    Well these no-fuss potato sourdough rolls do stand up to any filling  and are tasty to boot! 

    Have you ever taken a bite out of a burger or sandwich, chewed and swallowed and by the time you pick up the roll for the second bit you've discovered you can't hold onto it?

    I have.

    Why? Because  the bread surrounding the meat fell apart? If you're lucky the filling didn't fall into your lap. 

    Yeah! Frustrating isn't it?

    You order a sandwich and you end up eating everything with a knife and fork or{heaven forbid} picking up everything with your fingers. 

    This recipe for Potato Sourdough Buns won't disappoint you.

    The potato rolls combine the taste of a hearty white bread with a deep sourdough flavor and a tender potato texture. 

    Plan ahead for sourdough rolls

    This is a two day bread . . . so plan ahead. 

    Day one how we begin with the potato rolls 

    • For the starter begin by microwaving a 12 oz baking potato, letting it cool then peeling and ricing it.
    • In a medium bowl combine the water and the yeast
    • Then put the flour and the cooled potato in the bowl mixing until everything is well combined.
    • The starter then sits on the counter overnight. 

    Potato Sourdough Panini Starter is a white sticky mass in a plastic bowl. allourway.com

    Potato Sourdough Panini Starter

    Day Two mixing and baking the sourdough rolls

    • Put the starter in the bowl of the stand mixer
    • Add the rest of the ingredients.
    • After we mixed the dough we covered and let it rise for about an hour, or until doubled in size.
    • We shaped the dough into 10 balls ( about 5 ¼ ounces each). If you do this by weight you may end up with 11 balls this isn't a Swiss watch so it's no big deal. 

    We didn't take blow by blow pictures of this recipe the potato rolls because we made them during a cooking marathon.

    We were getting ready for our family gathering.

    In other words, by the time I remembered I hadn't taken a single photo {I am so embarrassed} the rolls were formed and ready to stick in the oven.

     But I'm sure that you'll do great with just instructions! I do plan on revisiting this post with additional photos. 

    The homestretch to finishing the buns

    Forming the potato rolls 

    • We flatten the dough down with the palm of our hand until the panini measured 4 inches across. 
    • The rolls go on a parchment lined baking sheet to rise.
    • Once they are puffy sprinkle the tops with flour then score the panini twice with a sharp knife. 

    Baking the sourdough buns

    • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes just until the top and bottom of the sourdough rolls are a golden brown.
    • Let them cool and you have some mighty delicious rolls to fill and enjoy. 

    The sandwich buns are really easy to make. We actually only have 30 minutes of work in the bread. 

    Psst! We have a starter going on now to make more rolls tomorrow!

    Tutti a tavola è pronto! 

    Un caro saluto e alla prossima. 

    Potato Sourdough buns made into hamburger mini sandwiches.

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    Potato Sourdough Rolls Recipe 

    If you're looking for ideal sandwich buns that will withstand any filling, this recipe is it. They can hold any filling you like without falling apart. If you want to add a vinaigrette seasoning or gravy to the potato buns, they won't disappoint. 

    If you like this recipe please give it a 5-star rating.

    Potato sourdough buns stacked on a table with two tied with twine.

    Potato Sourdough Rolls

    A recipe that combines a hearty white bread with a delicious sourdough flavor and a tender potato texture. Great for sandwich buns or make them smaller for dinner rolls. 
    5 from 15 votes
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    Course: artisan bread, bread
    Cuisine: American-Italian
    Prep Time: 2 hours
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Starter: 8 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
    Servings: 10 people
    Calories: 302kcal
    Author: Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
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    Ingredients

    For the Starter

    • 12- ounce baking potato
    • 1 ½ cups water
    • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour

    For the Rolls

    • ½ cup milk
    • 1 egg
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 1 tablespoon salt
    • 4 to 4 ½ cups bread flour

    Instructions

    To prepare the starter

    • Microwave the potato on high for five minutes. Set aside until cool enough to handle, then peel the potato. Put the potato through a ricer or use a fork to mash the potato.
    • In a medium bowl, combine the water and the yeast.
    • Add the flour and the cooled potato, mixing them together until they are well combined.
    • Loosely cover the bowl and allow to sit unrefrigerated for at least eight hours and up to 24 hours.

    Ready to Proceed

    • In a large bowl of a stand mixer, combine the starter and all of the panini ingredients.
    • Mix on low speed or with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together. The dough should be very soft and slightly sticky.
    • If needed, add a little more flour. Knead for 5 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
    • Cover and let rise for one hour, or until doubled in size.
    • Heat the oven to 350 F.
    • Shape the dough into 10 balls ( about 5 ¼ ounces each). *** See Note down below.
    • Flatten each panini with the palm of your hand until they measure about 4 inches across.
    • Place the panini on a baking sheet, cover with a cloth and let rise until puffy, about 45 minutes.
    • Sprinkle the tops of the panini lightly with flour.
    • With a sharp knife, score two lines in the top of each.
    • Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown on the top and bottom.
    • Cool on a wire rack.

    Notes

    • Be sure to keep the dough sticky -- you don't want to add too much flour.
    • We use 5 - 5.25 ounces for the dough if we want MAN-sized buns. For regular size or smaller hamburgers use about 4 ounces. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 715mg | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

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      1. sunil sharma

        December 19, 2020 at 12:57 am

        I have never eaten potato bread, this is a new recipe for me. I think this is a must-try, it's really unique.
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      2. Moop Brown

        August 16, 2020 at 3:26 pm

        5 stars
        Love this recipe- these buns could pair well with such a variety of different things!

        Reply
      3. Veronika

        August 14, 2020 at 4:17 pm

        5 stars
        What a great idea to make potato sourdough bread, it such a great combo! I definitely need to try to make it, saving the recipe!

        Reply
      4. Tammy

        August 14, 2020 at 3:14 pm

        5 stars
        Oh these do look perfect! Perfect for sandwiches or on their own warmed with butter..I have to make these soon! Nothing compares to homemade bread 🙂

        Reply
      5. Kathryn Donangelo

        August 12, 2020 at 11:20 am

        5 stars
        This is the perfect combo of potato bread and sourdough bread! My two favorites and totally easy to make. These are going to be my new go-to dinner rolls!

        Reply
      6. Eva

        August 12, 2020 at 4:40 am

        5 stars
        Ohhh so frustrating when your burger bun crumbs on you, that really is the greatest disappointment! Taking the time to bake your own bread is worth it in so many ways and this is just another great reason. Thank you for providing us with a recipe for buns that will not fail us.

        Reply
      7. Aline

        August 11, 2020 at 2:04 pm

        5 stars
        OMG these rolls look so perfect and the recipe is so clear and helpful!! I have this on my list of baking projects for the weekend! I cannot wait!!

        Reply
      8. Heidy Linn

        August 11, 2020 at 7:48 am

        5 stars
        These potato sourdough rolls were fantastic! I loved them and will be making this recipe for years to come. My family loved them so much. I wish I had made a double batch! I will be sharing your recipe link with a few friends that enjoyed them as well.

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          August 11, 2020 at 7:52 am

          Hello, Heidy! I'm so glad you enjoyed them. We always make an extra batch and freeze them. It's so easy to do plus once they're warmed up they taste like they're freshly baked. xoxo

          Reply
      9. Amanda

        August 10, 2020 at 7:50 pm

        5 stars
        These rolls are absolutely perfect! They held up just like you said, and I love the unique flavor of the sourdough. The tang really adds something special.

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          August 11, 2020 at 7:53 am

          Hi, Amanda! Thank you so much for your nice comment. I'm thrilled you enjoyed them as much as we do. Have a wonderful day!!

          Reply
      10. Nahaci

        May 02, 2020 at 12:46 pm

        5 stars
        Forgot to rate this recipe. I give it top marks!

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      11. Nahaci

        May 02, 2020 at 12:42 pm

        I made these and baked them the same day (within about 3-4 hours) by adding 1 Tbsp of quick rise yeast. Therefore my sourdough start was actually a discard and I used leftover mashed potatoes from 2 nights before. This recipe worked wonderfully well. I made 16 rolls and had enough dough leftover to make a small loaf. We made sandwiches at dinner but these work well toasted with butter and jam. The flavor is so good.

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        • Marisa Franca

          May 02, 2020 at 2:09 pm

          Thank you Nahaci for taking the time to comment. I'm so happy you and enjoyed the rolls. Happy baking. xoxo

          Reply
      12. Kamiko

        March 25, 2019 at 8:43 pm

        Could I make this with just the sourdough starter I already have? And if so, how much should I use?

        Reply
        • Marisa Franca

          March 27, 2019 at 1:40 pm

          Hi, Kamiko! Is your sourdough starter fresh? If so, I would try to follow the exact amount by volume. You don't want to add more liquid to the recipe than there already is. I would love to know how this works out for you! Please let us know. Happy Baking. xoxo.

          Reply
      13. Cheese Curd In Paradise

        December 10, 2018 at 2:18 pm

        5 stars
        I have tried potato bread before, but this looks even better! Hot from the oven with a little butter sounds like an winner in my book!

        Reply
      14. Byron Thomas

        December 10, 2018 at 7:10 am

        5 stars
        I have never heard of such a thing! But, you can be assured that this sourdough panini is going on my list of "I have to make this!" right away. Sounds so good! Probably great for a sandwich, but I'd probably prefer one right from the oven while it's still warm.

        Reply
      15. Claudia Lamascolo

        December 09, 2018 at 6:55 pm

        5 stars
        I have never had sourdough bread and l have made of potato bread numerous times this totally sound like a winner and can't wait to give this a try!

        Reply

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