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Sourdough Rolls

Deliciously tender sourdough rolls filled with a sweet brown-sugar and cinnamon mixture, perfect for brunch or dessert.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitution: 1:1 swap for bread flour for more chew.
  • 1 cup active sourdough starter Substitution: equal weight starter or use a refrigerated starter that’s been fed 4–12 hours before.
  • 1/2 cup milk Substitution: plant milk for dairy-free; warm to about 90–100°F for better yeast activity.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Substitution: coconut sugar or maple syrup for depth of flavor.
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened Substitution: vegan butter or coconut oil.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Substitution: pumpkin pie spice for autumnal notes.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Used in filling; substitution: coconut sugar or less sugar to taste.
  • 1 large egg Substitution: flax egg for vegan adaptation.
  • 1/4 cup icing sugar (for glaze) Substitution: powdered monkfruit or use cream cheese frosting.
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar For filling.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Mixed with brown sugar.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix the active sourdough starter, milk, and sugar until combined.
  2. Gradually add in the flour, salt, and softened butter. Mix until shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 4–8 hours at room temperature.
Rolling and Filling
  1. Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle.
  2. Spread a mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon over the dough; dot with softened butter.
  3. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice it into 1-inch pieces.
  4. Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another hour.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Allow to cool slightly and drizzle with icing sugar glaze before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a recently fed starter and avoid over-flouring. Store covered at room temperature for 1–2 days.