Soft & Fluffy Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
- Lauren Morgan
- Mar 22
- 3 min read
A Sweet & Tangy Treat! 🥮
There’s nothing better than waking up to the smell of freshly baked sourdough cinnamon rolls. These rolls are soft, fluffy, and slightly tangy from the sourdough starter, balanced perfectly with a gooey cinnamon-sugar filling and a rich, buttery frosting.
This recipe is my go-to sourdough dough, which can also be used for burger buns, dinner rolls, or sandwich bread! But today, we’re making the ultimate cinnamon rolls—and trust me, once you try these, you won’t go back to store-bought!
Why You’ll Love These Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
✔ Soft & Fluffy – The sourdough gives them an incredible texture!✔ Naturally Leavened – No commercial yeast needed!✔ Perfectly Balanced – Sweet, buttery, and just the right amount of tang.✔ Customizable – Add nuts, raisins, or even brown butter for extra depth!
The Recipe: Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
For the Dough:
150g active sourdough starter
250g water
4 tbsp butter, melted
15g milk
9g salt
12g honey
500g all-purpose flour
📌 Pro Tip: The sourdough starter should be bubbly and active before using!
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Filling:
4 tbsp butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp cinnamon
For the Frosting:
2 tbsp butter, melted
2 tbsp milk
Powdered sugar (to desired thickness!)
📌 Pro Tip: Start with a little liquid, then slowly add powdered sugar until you reach the perfect consistency!
Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine sourdough starter, water, flour, honey, and salt.
In a separate bowl, melt the butter, then stir in the milk (this tempers the butter so it doesn’t overheat the dough).
Add the butter-milk mixture to the dough and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (this can take 6–12 hours, depending on room temperature).
📌 Pro Tip: If your home is cool, let the dough rise overnight for maximum flavor and fluffiness!
Step 2: Shape the Cinnamon Rolls
Once the dough has doubled, divide it into two equal parts.
Roll out one portion into a large rectangle (about ¼-inch thick).
Spread softened butter evenly over the dough.
Sprinkle brown sugar + cinnamon mixture over the butter.
Roll the dough tightly into a log, then cut into 8–10 rolls.
Place rolls into a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between them.
📌 Want extra gooey rolls? Drizzle a little melted butter over the tops before the second rise!
Step 3: Second Rise & Bake
Cover the rolls and let them rise again until puffy and fluffy (about 2–4 hours).
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
📌 Other Bake Times:
Dinner rolls & burger buns: 20 minutes
Loaf bread: 45–50 minutes
Step 4: Make the Frosting & Serve
While the rolls cool, melt butter and mix with milk.
Gradually whisk in powdered sugar until you reach your desired thickness.
Drizzle or spread the frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls.
Serve immediately and enjoy every gooey, cinnamon-filled bite!
📌 For Extra Flavor: Add vanilla extract or cream cheese to the frosting!
How to Store & Reheat
🥡 To Store: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.🔥 To Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes.❄️ To Freeze: Freeze unbaked rolls in a baking dish, then thaw overnight in the fridge and bake fresh!
📌 Want to Make These Overnight? Shape the rolls, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Let them sit at room temp for an hour before baking.
Why These Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls Are a Must-Try!
These soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced sourdough cinnamon rolls have the best texture and flavor thanks to the natural fermentation process. The gooey cinnamon-sugar filling, buttery dough, and sweet frosting make them irresistible!
If you make these, tag me on Instagram @Weeknight_Homemaker—I’d love to see your bakes!
Happy baking!
🥮💛Lauren
The Weeknight Homemaker
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