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baked sourdough cinnamon rolls with cream cheese glaze
4.98 from 37 votes

Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

These heavenly swirls of cinnamon goodness are easy to make and will elevate any occasion.
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Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Rise Time:12 hours
Total Time:12 hours 40 minutes

Ingredients

Dough

  • 4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar organic is best
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil or butter melted
  • 3/4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup sourdough starter active and bubbly
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream optional

Filling

  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1 cups brown sugar organic is best
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon

Glaze

  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup half & half or milk
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar organic is best
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

The Day Before

  • Add flour, sugar, sourdough starter, melted coconut oil or butter, water, and egg to a bowl of a stand mixer. Mix it all together for 4-5 minutes using the dough hook. (If you don't have a stand mixer, use your clean hands.)
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the dough to ferment in a warm place for 8-24 hours.

Day Of Baking

  • Make the filling by mixing together the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Add baking soda, baking powder, and salt to the dough. Mix with the dough hook or your hands for about 5 minutes.
  • Scrape the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll a large rectangle that's about a quarter of an inch thick.
  • Evenly spread the filling over the top of the dough, leaving a little space on each long side to pinch the seam together. Then slowly roll the dough up, as tightly as you can.
  • Cut the dough into equal pieces using thin string, unflavored floss, or a very sharp knife.
  • Arrange the cut rolls into a 14-inch cast iron skillet or glass baking dish, and pour cream over all the rolls. (optional) Cover with a tea towel, preheat the oven to 375, and do a final rise for about 30 minutes.
  • Bake in the 375 degree oven for 22-25 minutes.

Glaze Instructions

  • Add cream cheese and half and half to a saucepan and melt over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Once combined, add vanilla and powdered sugar. Whisk well until smooth.
  • Drizzle over slightly cooled cinnamon rolls, and serve.
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy breakfast, sourdough breakfast, sweet bread
Servings: 14 rolls
Calories: 375kcal