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Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

Prep Time8 hours
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time8 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (227 g) sourdough starter active
  • ¾ cup (170 ml) whole milk warmed to room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons (37 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter softened
  • 1 (50 g) large egg
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Filling:

  • 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter melted
  • ½ cup (107 g) light brown sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon

Glaze:

Instructions

Dough:

  • Place the flour, sourdough starter, milk, sugar, butter, yeast (if using), and egg in the bowl of a stand mixer. Use a paddle attachment to mix the ingredients on low speed until a sticky dough forms. Sprinkle the salt in an even layer over the dough, cover, and allow the dough to rest for about 20 minutes.
    3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour, 1 cup (227 g) sourdough starter, ¾ cup (170 ml) whole milk, 3 tablespoons (37 g) granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter, 1 (50 g) large egg, 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • After the dough rests, using the mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the salt into the dough on low speed for about 1 minute then increase the speed to medium. Continue to beat for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. The dough should have a smooth texture. Leave the dough in the bowl, but remove the bowl from the mixer. Cover and let rest for 4 hours while completing 1 set of stretch and folds every hour. While the dough is resting, prepare the filling.
    1 teaspoon salt

Filling:

  • In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. The mixture will have the texture of thick, wet sand. Set aside.
    3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter, 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon, ½ cup (107 g) light brown sugar
  • After the dough rests for 4 hours, transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough out into a rectangle roughly 14 x 16 inches. Spread or crumble the cinnamon sugar filling over the rectangle of dough. Start with the longer side of the rectangle and roll the dough into a tight log with the filling in the center. The dough will lengthen about 4 inches as you roll. 
  • Use a bench scraper or sharp knife to trim the ends if desired then cut the dough into 8 to 10 equal-sized pieces (about 1 ½ to 2 inches thick). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray, then transfer the rolls to the pan. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Allow the rolls to rise in a warm area for 2 to 3 hours before baking. They will appear puffy in appearance and may fill out the space in the pan. However, they may not necessarily double in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F, and bake the cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. While the cinnamon rolls bake, make the glaze.

Glaze:

  • In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Start with less milk and add additional to reach the desired consistency. Set aside.
    1 ½ cups (170 g) powdered sugar, 4 to 5 tablespoons (70 g) whole milk, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and allow to cool until they’re just barely warm to the touch before adding the glaze.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cinnamon rolls, and serve warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 sourdough cinnamon roll. Actual calories will vary.
 
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Nutrition Facts
Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Serving Size
 
1 cinnamon roll
Amount per Serving
Calories
304
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
 
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
37
mg
12
%
Sodium
 
254
mg
11
%
Potassium
 
117
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
69
g
23
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
16
g
18
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
277
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
62
mg
6
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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