Description
These soft, fluffy sourdough cinnamon rolls are the perfect breakfast or brunch treat. Made with sourdough starter, they have a unique tang and tenderness, paired with a cinnamon-sugar filling and sweet icing drizzle.
Ingredients
– 1/2 cup active sourdough starter
– 1 cup warm milk
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/4 cup melted butter
– 1 large egg
– 4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tbsp instant yeast
– 1/2 cup softened butter (for filling)
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
– 1/2 cup brown sugar (for filling)
– 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for filling)
– 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
– 2 tbsp milk (for icing)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
1. Mix sourdough starter, warm milk, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, egg, and stir in flour and yeast.
2. Knead dough until smooth (8-10 minutes). Let rise for 1-2 hours.
3. Mix butter, sugars, and cinnamon for the filling. Roll dough, spread filling, and cut into rolls.
4. Place rolls in a greased pan and rise for another hour.
5. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until golden.
6. Mix icing and drizzle over the rolls while warm.
Notes
– You can make the dough the night before and let it rise overnight in the fridge.
– These rolls are best served warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American