Description
Sourdough discard cinnamon rolls are the perfect morning treat, combining warm, gooey goodness with a sweet cinnamon flavor. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these rolls fill your kitchen with delightful aromas that bring back memories of cozy family breakfasts. Instead of tossing your sourdough discard, create these easy-to-make rolls that will have everyone eagerly leaping out of bed to enjoy them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in sourdough discard and eggs until well mixed.
- Gradually add flour and salt; knead dough on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, and roll tightly into a log.
- Cut into about 12 equal pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling slightly, prepare the cream cheese frosting by mixing cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg