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Cozy Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls Recipe with Cream Cheese Icing Made Easy

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These cinnamon rolls use sourdough discard for a subtle tang and soft texture, topped with silky cream cheese icing. Perfect for cozy weekend mornings or brunch with family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed or fed, room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed (about 110°F)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 110°F (43°C). In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in the sourdough discard, egg, melted butter, and salt. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or knead with a stand mixer for 5-6 minutes.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter for the filling. Set aside.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12×16-inch rectangle.
  7. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Sprinkle nuts if using.
  8. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log and pinch the seam closed.
  9. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up in a greased 9×13-inch pan.
  10. Cover and let the rolls rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  11. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  12. While baking, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to make icing.
  13. Spread cream cheese icing over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

If dough is too sticky while rolling, sprinkle a little extra flour but avoid over-flouring. Do not rush rising stages to achieve perfect texture. Tent rolls with foil if tops brown too fast. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut milk, vegan butter, and dairy-free cream cheese.

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