Indulge in Deliciousness: Classic Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Introduction to Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

If you're a fan of warm, gooey cinnamon rolls that melt in your mouth, then you're in for a treat! This classic sourdough cinnamon rolls recipe combines the tangy flavor of sourdough with sweet cinnamon filling, yielding a delightful pastry that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. Whether you’re a sourdough enthusiast or just a casual baker looking for a fun project, this recipe is sure to impress.

Ingredients You'll Need

Before diving into the baking process, let’s gather the necessary ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need for our classic sourdough cinnamon rolls:

• 1.5 cup active sourdough starter

• 2 cups milk (warm)

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 3.5 sticks of unsalted butter

• 5 cups unbleached all-purpose flour

• 1/2 tablespoon salt

• 2 tablespoon ground cinnamon

• 1 cup brown sugar

• Plenty of your favorite cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade!)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Now that we’ve got our ingredients lined up, let’s get started with making these mouthwatering sourdough cinnamon rolls!

1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the 1.5 cups active sourdough starter with 2 cups of warm milk and 1 tablespoon of honey. Stir until combined. Then add 4 cups of flour to the wet mixture. You are looking to just combine the ingredients until the dough comes together roughly.

2.Rise and Knead: Allow the dough ball to rise for 30 minutes covered. After the 30 minutes, combine one stick of butter, 1/2 tablespoon of salt, and 1/4 cup of brown sugar into a paste and knead the paste into the dough for 10 minutes. While you knead, use a cup of flour to add to the kneading surface and to sprinkle on the dough as you knead until it is no longer sticky. After kneading, Leave the soft dough in a bowl to rise--covered. The second rise should be 5 hours until tripled in size.

3. Prepare the Cinnamon Filling: In a small bowl, mix 2 sticks of butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 2 table spoons of cinnamon until well combined into a paste.

4. Roll Out the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into a rectangular shape, about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the cinnamon filling.

5. Roll and Slice: Starting from one edge, carefully roll the dough into a log. Slice the log into equal pieces, about 1-2 inches thick.

6. Bake the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 375°F (175°C). Place the rolls in a greased baking dish. Bake for 35 minutes until golden brown.

7. Enjoy! Drizzle with icing, if desired, and dig into these warm, gooey classic sourdough cinnamon rolls that will have everyone asking for seconds!

These cinnamon rolls are a wonderful treat, combining the tangy goodness of sourdough with sweet cinnamon. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, a special occasion, or just because! Now, grab your apron and let the baking begin!