Description
Making Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls is a delicious way to use your sourdough starter. These rolls are soft, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or dessert. The combination of tangy sourdough, rich cinnamon, and sweet frosting creates a delightful treat that can brighten up any day.
Ingredients
- 100 grams (1/3 cup) active sourdough starter
- 175 grams (3/4 cup) warm milk
- 30 grams (2 Tablespoon) dark brown sugar
- 57 grams (4 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 5 grams (3/4 teaspoon) salt
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 370 grams (2 1/2 cups + 2 Tablespoons) bread flour
- 120 grams (1/2 cup) heavy cream, warm
- 57 grams (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 150 grams (2/3 cup) dark brown sugar
- 12 grams (5 teaspoons) ground cinnamon
- 28 grams (2 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 55 grams (2 ounces) cream cheese, room temperature
- 15 grams (1 Tablespoon) heavy cream
- 90 grams (3/4 cup) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add active starter, dark brown sugar, and warm milk to the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment.
- Mix on low speed until combined.
- Add melted butter, salt, and egg, then mix until fully incorporated.
- Switch to the dough hook and add flour gradually until dough is tacky but not sticky.
- Knead for 5 minutes at medium speed.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 6–7 hours.
- Roll dough into a 16×12-inch rectangle.
- Spread softened butter over the dough.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over dough.
- Roll into a log and slice into 9 equal rolls.
- Place rolls into a greased 9×9 baking dish.
- Cover and let rise until puffy, about 3–4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and pour warm heavy cream over rolls.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and cream for frosting.
- Spread frosting over warm rolls and serve.
Notes
Use a kitchen scale for accuracy. Rising time may vary depending on kitchen temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American