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The Best Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough Bread Recipe

The Best Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus resting and rising time)
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 4–6 hours (including fermentation and proofing)
  • Yield: 1 loaf
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A sweet twist on traditional sourdough, this loaf features a buttery cinnamon sugar swirl baked into a soft, tangy crumb—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup active sourdough starter
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1¼ tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon


Instructions

  1. Mix sourdough starter, flour, water, and salt in a large bowl until a tacky dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes (autolyse).
  2. Perform stretch-and-folds every 30 minutes over a 2-3 hour bulk fermentation period. Let dough rise in a warm place until puffed and slightly elastic.
  3. Roll dough out into a large rectangle on a floured surface. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar mixture (combine granulated sugar and cinnamon).
  4. Roll dough into a loaf, tuck seam tightly, and place into a greased loaf pan or proofing basket. Let rise for 1-2 hours until slightly puffy.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake loaf for 35–40 minutes or until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
  6. Cool on a wire rack. Slice and serve as-is, or garnish with powdered sugar or glaze.

Notes

  • Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with vanilla glaze for a sweet finish.
  • For added crunch, sprinkle toasted nuts or pearl sugar on top after baking.
  • Makes amazing French toast or bread pudding.
  • Store at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze slices for later.