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Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

These Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and full of rich flavor from a naturally fermented dough. With a tender crumb, buttery cinnamon swirl, and tangy depth from sourdough starter, they're a comforting treat perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 12 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g active sourdough starter
  • 240 ml warm milk
  • 60 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 50 g sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 400 g all-purpose flour (add more as needed)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 100 g brown sugar (for filling)
  • 1.5 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 50 g softened butter (for filling)
  • 100 g cream cheese (for frosting)
  • 150 g powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking pan
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Feed your sourdough starter a few hours in advance until bubbly and active.
  2. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, softened butter, sugar, and egg. Mix in the active starter. Gradually add flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead dough for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise at room temperature for 8–10 hours.
  4. Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter for the filling, sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly. Roll up tightly and slice into 9 equal pieces.
  5. Place rolls into a baking pan. Let them rise 2 to 4 hours until puffy.
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread over warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 450IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Refrigerate unbaked rolls overnight and bake fresh for a warm breakfast. Add diced apples inside the filling for a fall twist. For a holiday version, mix orange zest into the frosting. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft.

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