🍞 Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup (240 g) sourdough discard (unfed, at room temperature)
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon instant yeast (optional, for quicker rising)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (only if the dough needs extra moisture)
Cinnamon Sugar Filling
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Optional Topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Simple Glaze (optional):
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons milk
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine the sourdough discard, flour, sugar, salt, and softened butter.
Mix everything together until it forms a rough dough.
If the dough feels too dry, add a small amount of milk until it comes together.
Knead the dough by hand or with a mixer for about 5–6 minutes until it becomes smooth and slightly elastic.
Cover the bowl and allow the dough to rise for around 1 hour, or until it looks soft and slightly puffed.
(Adding yeast helps the dough rise faster, especially in cooler kitchens.)
2️⃣ Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Stir until the mixture forms a thick, spreadable paste.
3️⃣ Roll and Twist
Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12 × 8-inch rectangle.
Spread the cinnamon mixture evenly over the surface of the dough.
Roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
Using a sharp knife, slice the log lengthwise down the center.
Twist the two long pieces together with the cut sides facing upward.
You can shape it into a round coil or keep it as a long twisted loaf.
4️⃣ Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the twisted dough on a lined baking tray and bake for 25–28 minutes, until the bread becomes golden brown and aromatic.
Let it cool slightly before finishing with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of glaze.
📝 Helpful Tips
Sourdough Flavor:
Using older sourdough discard will create a stronger tangy flavor.
Storage:
- Room temperature: up to 2 days
- Refrigerator: up to 5 days
- Freezer: about 1 month (slice before freezing for easy serving)
Flavor Variations:
You can mix in extra ingredients such as:
- Chopped pecans
- Raisins
- Mini chocolate chips
- A pinch of cardamom for a warm, spiced flavor twist.
