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Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls: Morning Bliss Awaits

Enjoy delightful Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls, combining sweet, tangy flavors for the perfect breakfast or brunch treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Overnight Rise 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Active Sourdough Starter Ensures a delightful tang and provides leavening.
  • 1 cup Water Hydrates flour for gluten development.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the base of the rolls.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps create a light, airy roll.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Complementing the sourdough's natural rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and regulates yeast activity.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Infuses richness and moisture.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Adds natural sweetness and flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides binding and moisture.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Softened Butter Creates a luscious filling.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Offers sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon The star spice for cinnamon rolls.
For the Topping
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Delivers creamy richness.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Adds luxurious creaminess.
  • 2 cups Confectioner’s Sugar Sweetens and thickens the topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses warm flavor.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • wire rack

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the active sourdough starter, water, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, melted butter, maple syrup, and eggs. Mix on low speed for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  2. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Place it in a warm spot to rise overnight, ideally around 75°F for at least 8-12 hours.
Filling Preparation
  1. The following morning, prepare the filling by combining softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Mix well until smooth.
Roll Out Dough
  1. Lightly flour your countertop and gently roll the rested dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly across the surface.
Shape Rolls
  1. Carefully roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from one long edge. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and place in a greased 9x13 baking dish.
Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and let the rolls rise for about 30 minutes until they are puffy. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Cool and Top
  1. After baking, allow the rolls to cool on a wire rack. Whip together the cream cheese, heavy cream, confectioner’s sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread the topping over the rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, use an active sourdough starter and do not skip the overnight rise.

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