Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a stand mixer bowl, whisk warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. Add melted butter, egg, and sourdough discard and mix. Add flour and salt, then knead with a dough hook for 7-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Combine softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling. Roll the risen dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Spread the filling evenly, leaving a ½-inch border on one long edge. Roll tightly into a log and pinch to seal.
- Cut the log into 12 rolls and place in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, until golden-brown and the filling is bubbly.
- While rolls bake, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tbsp milk; beat until creamy. Add more milk if needed for desired consistency. Let rolls cool for 5-10 minutes, then spread frosting generously over the top.
Notes
Room Temperature is Key: Using a room temperature egg and softened butter/cream cheese ensures everything mixes together smoothly.
Don’t Kill the Yeast: Make sure your milk is just warm to the touch, not hot (under 120°F / 49°C).
Dental Floss for Clean Cuts: Use unflavoured dental floss to slice the log for clean, un-squished rolls.
Don’t Over-Bake: Pull the rolls from the oven when they are golden brown to keep them soft and moist.
Don’t Kill the Yeast: Make sure your milk is just warm to the touch, not hot (under 120°F / 49°C).
Dental Floss for Clean Cuts: Use unflavoured dental floss to slice the log for clean, un-squished rolls.
Don’t Over-Bake: Pull the rolls from the oven when they are golden brown to keep them soft and moist.
