Gut-Healthy Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls with Fresh Milled Flour

If you love cinnamon rolls but want to make them healthier and more wholesome, you’re going to adore this recipe. These sourdough cinnamon rolls are made with fresh milled flour, giving you the maximum flavor and nutrition from whole grains. Plus, I’ve added a secret twist — a layer of homemade apple butter in the filling for an ooey-gooey surprise.

Perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast, brunch, or just a special treat, these rolls are naturally fermented, soft, fluffy, and topped with maple cream cheese frosting.

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Why Fresh Milled Flour + Sourdough?

• Gut-friendly: The natural fermentation process of sourdough helps improve digestibility.

• Nutrient-rich: Fresh milled flour retains vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

• Amazing flavor: The slow fermentation and fresh grains create a deeper, more complex taste.

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Ingredients

Dough

• 2 ½ cups Fresh Milled Soft White Wheat Flour

• 2 cups Fresh Milled Einkorn Flour

• 100 g Sourdough Starter

• ½ cup Milk (adjust as needed)

• ¼ cup Coconut Oil or Butter

• ¼ cup Coconut Sugar

• 1 Egg

• 1 tsp Baking Soda

Filling

• ¾ cup Grass-Fed Butter (softened)

• ¾ cup Coconut Sugar

• 4 tbsp Ground Cinnamon

• Optional: 2–3 tbsp Apple Butter

Maple Cream Cheese Frosting

• 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)

• 1–2 tsp Vanilla Extract

• 1 tbsp Maple Syrup

• 2 tbsp Heavy Cream

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix the Dough

Combine fresh milled flours, sourdough starter, milk, egg, coconut sugar, and coconut oil/butter. Mix on low speed until everything is combined into a soft dough.

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2. Bulk Fermentation

 Cover the dough and allow it to bulk rise for **4–6 hours** until slightly airy and puffed.

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3. Cold Proof (Overnight)

 Shape the dough into a smooth ball and place in the fridge for **12 hours** to proof. This gives the rolls deeper flavor.

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4. Roll & Add Filling

 Roll the dough into a rectangle, about 10” x 14”. Spread softened butter, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and optionally a layer of apple butter evenly.

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5. Cut & Shape Rolls

Slice the dough into 1-inch strips, then roll each strip into a spiral. Place the rolls in a **9” cast iron skillet** or baking dish. Let them rise until fluffy.

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6. Bake

 Bake at **350°F for 25 minutes** until golden and soft.

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7. Frost & Serve

 Whip cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla, and cream. Spread over warm rolls for a gooey, irresistible finish.

✨ Tip: Frost while rolls are still warm so the frosting slightly melts into the swirls.

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Notes & Tips

• Apple Butter Magic: Adding 2–3 tbsp of homemade apple butter takes these rolls to the next level.

• Adjust Sweeteners: Use any natural sweetener 1:1 for coconut sugar.

• Milk & Flour Adjustments: Different flours absorb liquids differently. Start with ½ cup milk and adjust as needed.

• Frosting Tips: Make sure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps. Mix until fluffy.

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Why You’ll Love These Cinnamon Rolls

These sourdough cinnamon rolls are:

• Fluffy, soft, and perfectly sweet

• Naturally fermented for better digestion

• Made with nutrient-rich, fresh milled flour

• Ooey, gooey, and irresistible with maple cream cheese frosting

Perfect for family brunches, cozy mornings, or gifting to friends. ❤️

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Ready to try? Bake these fresh milled flour sourdough cinnamon rolls and watch them disappear in minutes!