Use your sourdough to make these delicious overnight cinnamon rolls for a family breakfast. These are a family favorite, and we make them at least once a month.
Overnight Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
If you love the tangy flavor of sourdough and the sweet, gooey goodness of homemade cinnamon rolls, this recipe combines the best of both worlds.
These sourdough cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with rich cinnamon-sugar flavor — the perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch treat.
Unlike traditional cinnamon rolls that rely on yeast, these rolls use active sourdough starter to give them that classic sourdough tang and a beautifully tender texture.
Letting the dough rest overnight gives it a deep, developed flavor that’s worth the wait.
Don't have sourdough? Learn how to make a sourdough starter.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Naturally leavened: No commercial yeast needed — just your bubbly sourdough starter.
- Overnight convenience: Prep the dough the night before and bake fresh in the morning.
- Incredible flavor: Sweet, buttery, and perfectly balanced with that signature sourdough tang.
- Soft and gooey: Melt-in-your-mouth centers topped with creamy vanilla cream cheese frosting.
Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 ½ sticks butter, divided
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup active sourdough starter
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
For the Filling:
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Remaining softened butter
For the Frosting:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (make your own vanilla extract with glycerin)
How to Make Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Evening Preparation
1. Grate 1 stick of cold butter using a cheese grater.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, active sourdough starter, buttermilk, sugar, and salt. Stir until incorporated.
3. Add flour and knead with your hands or dough hook until smooth and slightly sticky.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rest on the counter overnight (10–12 hours).
Morning Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 11x16 baking dish.
2. Mix baking powder and baking soda together, sprinkle over the dough, and knead it in.
3. Roll dough into a 12x24-inch rectangle on a floured surface.
4. Mix remaining butter with brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread evenly over the dough.
5. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 12 rolls. Arrange in the baking dish with space between them.
6. Let the rolls rest for 1 hour.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden brown.
8. While baking, make the frosting by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
9. Spread frosting over the warm rolls and enjoy every sweet, tangy bite!
Tips for Perfect Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
- Use active sourdough starter — it should be bubbly and fed within the last 8–12 hours.
- If your kitchen is cool, place the covered dough in your oven with the light on for the overnight rest.
- For extra gooey rolls, drizzle a little heavy cream or buttermilk over the rolls before baking.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 1–2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Why Sourdough Makes the Best Cinnamon Rolls
Sourdough adds more than just flavor — it helps break down gluten, making these rolls easier to digest and giving them that irresistible chewy-soft texture. It’s a delicious way to use your sourdough starter in something sweet instead of another loaf of bread!
Whether you serve them for a cozy weekend breakfast, a special brunch, or during the holidays, these homemade sourdough cinnamon rolls are guaranteed to become a family favorite.
More Sourdough Recipes
- Artisan Sourdough Bread
- Sourdough Discard Biscuits
- Sourdough Discard Pancakes
- Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Sourdough Blueberry Bread
- Chocolate Chip Sourdough Cookies
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