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Fluffy Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls: 12 Steps to Perfection


  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 7 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft and fluffy sourdough cinnamon rolls with a decadent cream cheese icing.


Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup active sourdough starter (100g)
  • ¾ cup warm milk (175ml)
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar (30g)
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter (57g)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt (5g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cups bread flour (350-420g)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120g)
  • ¼ cup soft butter for filling (30g)
  • ⅔ cup dark brown sugar for filling (150g)
  • 5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (12g)
  • 2 tablespoons butter for icing (30g)
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream for icing (15g)
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar (90g)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and active sourdough starter. Whisk in 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, 4 tablespoons melted butter, and salt. Whisk in the egg until smooth.
  2. Gradually add 2½ cups bread flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Add more flour, a tablespoon at a time, if needed, until dough is manageable but slightly tacky.
  3. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 4-6 hours, or until doubled.
  4. Punch down dough and roll into a 12×18 inch rectangle. In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup soft butter for filling, ⅔ cup dark brown sugar for filling, and 5 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Spread evenly over dough, leaving a ½ inch border. Roll up tightly from one long edge. Cut into 12 equal pieces.
  5. Arrange rolls cut-side up in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover loosely and let rise for 1-2 hours until puffed and touching. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. While rolls bake, make icing: Beat 2 tablespoons butter for icing and 2 ounces cream cheese until smooth. Beat in ¾ cup powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon heavy cream for icing until light and fluffy.
  8. Drizzle icing over warm cinnamon rolls. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 2 hours
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 roll
    • Calories: 320
    • Sugar: 15g
    • Sodium: 200mg
    • Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 45g
    • Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg

    Keywords: sourdough, cinnamon rolls, dessert