Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls
These quick and easy cinnamon rolls are made with sourdough discard, offering a comforting flavor with a delightful sweetness, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour structure for the rolls
- 1 tablespoon sugar subtle sweetness
- 1 tablespoon baking powder leavening agent
- ½ teaspoon baking soda aids in rising
- ½ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
- ¾ cup sourdough discard (unfed) adds moisture and flavor
- ½ cup milk (any kind) moisture and binding
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted richness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract aromatic flavor
Cinnamon Filling Ingredients
- ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed deep sweetness
- 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon warm spice flavor
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened for spreading
Icing Ingredients
- ¾ cup powdered sugar for icing
- 1 tablespoon melted butter for icing
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for icing
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream for consistency of icing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to prepare it for baking.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- Add the sourdough discard, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about a minute until it forms a soft, cohesive ball.
- Roll the dough out into a rectangle, roughly ¼ inch thick.
- Spread the softened butter across the dough evenly.
Cinnamon Filling
- Mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon mixture generously over the buttered dough.
- Roll up the dough tightly starting from one edge to the other, forming a log.
- Cut the log into evenly sized sections, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick.
- Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake the rolls in the preheated oven until golden brown and set to the touch.
- Remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Icing
- In a bowl, combine the powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and milk or cream, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls.
Notes
For fluffier rolls, avoid over-kneading the dough. Allow rolls to cool slightly before icing to prevent melting.