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sourdough discard recipe - A tray of freshly baked sourdough discard cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting.

Soft Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls

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A pillowy-soft and tangy cinnamon roll recipe that uses sourdough discard for incredible depth of flavor and texture.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
Filling: 1/2 cup softened butter, 1 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp cinnamon
Frosting: 4 oz cream cheese, 1/4 cup butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Step 2: Add the sourdough discard, softened butter, and egg to the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.
Step 3: Gradually add the flour and salt, kneading by hand or with a stand mixer for about 5-7 minutes until a smooth, slightly tacky dough forms.
Step 4: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Roll the dough out on a floured surface into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Spread with softened butter and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Step 6: Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 even pieces using unflavored dental floss or a sharp knife.
Step 7: Place the rolls in a greased 9x13 baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 45 minutes.
Step 8: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22-25 minutes until golden brown.
Step 9: While rolls are cooling slightly, whisk together the frosting ingredients and spread generously over the warm rolls.

Notes

You can prepare the dough the night before and let it do its second rise in the refrigerator for even more tang.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Desserts & Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg