The Best Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'To make the rolls: Combine 1 cup flour, starter, milk, white sugar, and yeast in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook. Let stand until spongy and bubbling, about 5 minutes.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Add 1/2 cup butter, egg, and salt; stir to combine. Beat in remaining 3 cups flour, 1 cup at at time, until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Transfer dough to a floured work surface; knead until dough comes together, 3 to 5 minutes.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Place in a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Punch down dough and turn onto the floured surface. Roll into a square 1/4- to 1/3-inch thick.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Spread 1/2 cup butter on top; sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon on top. Tightly roll up dough; pinch seam together.'}

8. 8

   {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Trim edges and cut log into 8 equal pieces using a sharp knife. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.'}

9. 9

   {'id': 'step_8', 'step': 9, 'text': 'Place rolls in the prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise until not quite doubled in volume, about 45 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).'}

10. 10

    {'id': 'step_9', 'step': 10, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 35 minutes. Cool for 20 minutes before frosting.'}

11. 11

    {'id': 'step_10', 'step': 11, 'text': 'To make the frosting: Mix confectioners' sugar, cream cheese, 1/4 cup butter, and vanilla extract until frosting smooth and fluffy.'}

12. 12

    {'id': 'step_11', 'step': 12, 'text': 'Top cooled rolls with frosting.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)