Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Name: Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons butter (cold); 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see notes); 1/3 cup sourdough starter discard; 1 cup buttermilk (see notes); 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon honey (or granulated sugar); 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder (hold back in initial mix); 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (hold back in initial mix); 3/4 cup light brown sugar; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 4 tablespoons butter (melted); 1 tablespoon butter (melted); 1 cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:35min

Learn how to make overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls with minimal effort. No need for a stand mixer or a second rise, they bake up fluffy and delicious! This recipe is perfect for beginners and it's a great way to use sourdough starter discard. See notes for adjustments in warmer months!

Updated at: Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:15:36 GMT