Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls – Easy, Fluffy, Best Ever Cozy Breakfast

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Sourdough cinnamon rolls in a pan with vanilla icing dripping over the top

Soft sourdough cinnamon rolls with gooey cinnamon swirls and creamy icing.

These Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and seriously cozy. The long sourdough rise gives the dough a bakery-style flavor and tender texture. The overnight-friendly schedule makes mornings easier, and frosting warm rolls is the best part.

Why You’ll Love This Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

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  • Cozy weekend favorite: Warm cinnamon swirls and creamy icing.
  • Better than bakery: Soft and fresh, not dry.
  • Make-ahead friendly: Shape ahead, bake in the morning.
  • Fluffy texture: Enriched dough stays tender.
  • Crowd-pleaser: Perfect for holidays and brunch.
  • Freezer-friendly: Freeze baked rolls for later.

Ingredients for Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

Sourdough cinnamon rolls in a pan with vanilla icing dripping over the top
Pantry staples and sourdough make this recipe shine
  • Starter, flour, milk, butter, sugar, salt, egg: Soft enriched dough base.
  • Brown sugar and cinnamon: Gooey filling.
  • Cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla: Cozy frosting.

How to Make Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

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  • 1. Mix and knead. Make a soft dough and knead 6–8 minutes until smooth.
  • 2. First rise. Rise 6–10 hours at room temp or overnight in the fridge until puffy.
  • 3. Roll and fill. Roll into a rectangle, spread butter, sprinkle cinnamon sugar.
  • 4. Roll and slice. Roll up and slice evenly; place in a greased dish.
  • 5. Second rise. Rise 1–3 hours until puffy and touching.
  • 6. Bake. Bake at 350°F for 22–28 minutes until lightly golden.
  • 7. Frost warm. Spread frosting over warm rolls so it melts into the swirls.

Tips for Perfect Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

  • Keep dough soft for soft rolls.
  • Don’t overbake; pull when lightly golden.
  • Slice evenly so rolls bake evenly.
  • Let rolls rise until puffy for the fluffiest texture.
  • Frost warm for the dreamiest swirl.

Variations & Substitutions

  • Add chopped nuts to the filling.
  • Add orange zest to the frosting.
  • Use a simple vanilla glaze instead of cream cheese.
  • Make mini rolls and reduce bake time.
  • Freeze baked rolls and warm for quick treats.

Make-Ahead & Freezing

  • Overnight option: Shape rolls, cover, refrigerate overnight; bring to room temp and rise until puffy, then bake.
  • Fridge: Store baked rolls 3–4 days.
  • Freeze: Freeze baked rolls up to 2 months; thaw and warm, then frost.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with fruit for brunch.
  • Pair with coffee or tea.
  • Add to holiday breakfast spreads.
  • Warm leftovers for a cozy snack.

Reader Review

So fluffy and bakery-like. The sourdough flavor was subtle but made them taste extra special, and the icing melted perfectly.

Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls Recipe Card

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: about 12 hours
Yield: 12 rolls
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

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