You ever make a recipe so good that it makes you want to do a "mic drop", but with a spoon? That is exactly what these Sourdough Pizza Rolls are! They combine everything you love about pizza with the soft, fluffy texture of homemade sourdough rolls. 

Filled with pizza sauce, melty cheese, and pepperoni, they're perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, lunchboxes, or make-ahead freezer meals. Serve them with warm marinara for dipping and watch enjoy with the people you love!

Why You'll Love Savory Pizza Rolls 

• A fun twist on pizza night. Everything you love about pizza wrapped into soft, pull-apart sourdough rolls.
• Perfect for sharing. Great for family dinners, game days, parties, potlucks, or after-school snacks.
• Naturally fermented. Made with active sourdough starter for incredible flavor and a soft, fluffy texture.
• Easy to customize. Add your favorite pizza toppings like sausage, bacon, mushrooms, olives, peppers, or jalapeños.
• Kid-friendly. These rolls are easy to grab, dip, and eat—making them a favorite for little hands.
• Great for meal prep. Make them ahead, refrigerate overnight, or freeze baked rolls for busy weeknights.
• Uses simple ingredients. No fancy ingredients required—just pantry staples and your favorite pizza toppings.
• Perfect for dipping. Serve with warm marinara, ranch, or garlic butter for an extra delicious finishing touch.

Ingredients

Dough

• 2 cups whole wheat flour 
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 
• 1 egg 
• 3/4 cup milk 
• 3 tbs butter 
• 3/4 cup water
• 3 tbs honey 
• 2 tsp instant yeast 
• 1 tsp salt, parsley, and oregano 

Filling

• 1 to 1½ cups pizza sauce
• 2½-3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
• 1 package (about 5 oz) pepperoni slices
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  
• Optional: cooked sausage, bacon, olives, peppers, mushrooms, or jalapeños

Topping

• ½ cup mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
• Fresh parsley or basil
• Marinara for serving

Tips

• Use low-moisture mozzarella so the rolls don't become soggy.
• Roll tightly for beautiful spirals.
• Pepperoni can be swapped for cooked sausage, bacon, ham, or veggies.
• Brush the tops with garlic butter after baking for extra flavor.
• Freeze baked rolls for up to 3 months.

Variations

Supreme Pizza

Pepperoni, sausage, peppers, onions, olives, and mushrooms.

Meat Lovers

Pepperoni, bacon, sausage, and ham.

BBQ Chicken

BBQ sauce, shredded chicken, mozzarella, red onion, and cilantro.

Buffalo Chicken

Buffalo sauce, chicken, mozzarella, cheddar, and ranch drizzle.

Margherita

Fresh mozzarella, basil, Parmesan, and tomato slices.

Hawaiian

Ham, pineapple, mozzarella, and bacon.

Storage

Refrigerator: Store for up to 4 days.

Freezer: Freeze individually wrapped rolls for up to 3 months.

Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or microwave until warmed through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these overnight?

Yes! Shape the rolls, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Let them sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours before baking.

Can I use sourdough discard?

For the fluffy rise shown in these photos, an active starter is recommended. Discard works best with added commercial yeast.

Can I make them ahead?

Absolutely. Assemble the rolls a day ahead or bake and freeze them for an easy meal later.