DECADENT HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE 

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Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey spiral of goodness, where the sweet aroma of a buttery cinnamon sugar filling dances through the air. Our DECADENT HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE  is not just a treat; they’re an experience! With a rich, buttery base and a hint of tanginess from the sour cream, each bite melts in your mouth, creating a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more.

Drizzled with a velvety cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with love, these gooey cinnamon rolls are perfect for a wonderful breakfast treat, brunch, or even a sneaky late-night snack. The perfect go-to recipe for Thanksgiving and Christmas morning! Who can resist the allure of freshly baked cinnamon rolls? Let’s roll into the recipe!

YOU’LL ALSO LOVE THIS RECIPE BECAUSE….

These amazing homemade cinnamon rolls are made with simple ingredients and baked golden brown. Our fluffy cinnamon rolls are completely customizable depending on the season and are a super easy recipe for your first time baking these delicious and easy pastries. The best part of this super simple recipe is that they can be made ahead and enjoyed later! They’re a GREAT WAY to get a head start on your Holiday baking or brought along on your next camping adventure.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE me some cinnamon rolls! Breakfast, lunch, dinner…middle of the night…!  I ALSO love it when a recipe allows me to create the most AMAZING yeasted dough and lets my creativity and imagination run wild! So, here’s the blueprint recipe for our decadent homemade sour cream cinnamon roll recipe. It’s BASIC. But… it’s what soft and pillowy sour cream cinnamon roll dough dreams are made of! PROMISE! 

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WHAT YOU’LL NEED FOR THESE DECADENT SOUR CREAM CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE:

Our MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH  easy cinnamon roll recipe has only a few simple ingredients with delicious results every time. So, let’s crank the tunes up, grab our rolling pins, and BAKE!

FOR THE DOUGH.

• Active Dry Yeast – You can substitute Instant yeast which doesn’t need to be proofed in liquid, which makes the process quicker. Either method works great.
• Lukewarm Water
• All Purpose Flour– We love King Arthur Flour for the perfect GOOEY ROLLS and delicate crumb.
• Pinch of Baking Soda
• Salted Softened Butter – If you only have unsalted on hand, just add a pinch of extra salt. The butter should be at room temperature and smoosh easily to the touch.
• Large Egg – Adds moisture, and richness, and helps bind the dough.
• Vanilla Extract – That extra added depth of flavor.
• Granulated Sugar
• Salt- Enhances the other flavors.
• Sour Cream– Secret Ingredient!

SWEET CINNAMON ROLL FILLING.

• Salted Softened Butter – If you only have unsalted on hand, just add a pinch of extra salt. The butter should be at room temperature and smoosh easily to the touch.
• Brown Sugar- We love the molasses flavor and the chewy texture of brown sugar. 
• Ground Cinnamon – The star of the show here!

FOR THE MOST LUXURIOUS AND AND CRAVE-WORTHY CREAM CHEESE FROSTING…

• Cream Cheese – Softened cream cheese makes the BEST frosting. 
• More Butter – It’s the South, Ya’ll! No judgment.
• Vanilla Extract – Homemade or the best you can afford. It gives a nice depth of flavor.
• Powdered Sugar
• Pinch of Salt
• Whole Milk

HOW TO MAKE DECADENT HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE.

 With just a few simple steps, minimal prep, and just a short rise time, you’ll have an Instagrammable-worthy Delightful treat in no time. So grab your cookie sheet and a cold Coca-Cola and let’s do this! 

First things first. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Run and grab all your ingredients. Throw on some GREAT tunes and let’s get this party started! I mean, it’s homemade yeasted cinnamon rolls!

PROOF THE YEAST. Sprinkle yeast, ( 1 Tablespoon), into 1/4 cup warm water. GENTLY stir until JUST incorporated. Set aside until nice and foamy. 

GRAB A SMALL POT.  Add the sour cream and gently stir on low heat until it is lukewarm. Add the butter, granulated sugar, a pinch of baking soda, and a pinch of salt, and continue to heat until the butter has melted. This usually takes about 5 minutes. Set aside.

KNEAD THE DOUGH AND SHAPE THE CINNAMON ROLLS. To the bowl of a stand mixer, (see below for hand-kneading directions), add the sour cream mixture and the foamy yeast mixture. Add vanilla extract. With the paddle attachment on low speed, gently stir. Blend in the egg and the flour. The soft dough will be slightly sticky. The best way to know your gorgeous dough is ready is to perform a windowpane test. Once the dough passes, you are golden.

Let the dough rest in the large mixing bowl for 10 minutes. While your dough is taking a short nap, grab a small bowl and blend the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. On a clean work surface, dust with flour and roll your yeasty dough to approximately 13 x 11 rectangle. Spread the filling on top of the dough. All that’s left is to roll and cut!

PRO TIP: Instead of rolling up the long side…we start on the short side giving us fuller sour cream cinnamon rolls. For uniform rolls, aim for 1-inch thick slices. If you prefer larger, more indulgent rolls, you can make them a bit thicker. We like them thick around here! Adjust the baking time accordingly. 

IT’S A MOUTHWATERING WAITING GAME. Place the cut rolls on parchment-lined cookie sheets or in a greased cast iron casserole which is our preferred baking method. Cover and set in a warm place for the second rise time.

MAKE THE DROOL-WORTHY CREAM CHEESE FROSTING. Combine the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar. Whip until fluffy. Top slightly warm cinnamon rolls.

BAKE. Once doubled, bake until golden brown. Once cool, top with our AMAZING cream cheese frosting for some SERIOUS Cinnabon Vibes!

VARIATIONS & SUBSTITUTIONS FOR THIS DELICIOUS AND DECADENT HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE.

• Full-fat Greek yogurt can be used in place of the sour cream.
• Use King Arthur Measure for Measure Flour for a yummy Gluten-free version.
• Replace the dairy with plant-based options such as Kite Hill cream cheese and sour cream, Earth Balance Butter, and organic powdered sugar ( contains zero bone char).
• Rock different flavor profiles depending on the season.
• Throw these babies in an air fryer, top with this amazing cream cheese frosting, and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream! You’re welcome!
• Change out the cream cheese frosting for this delicious sweet alternative.

TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL BATCH OF CINNAMON ROLLS.

Homemade cinnamon rolls are so much fun but can be intimidating your first go around. Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure a FABULOUS batch of perfect decadent homemade sour cream cinnamon rolls.

• FEEL THE DOUGH. The dough should be soft, slightly sticky, and easy to handle. It should just barely pull away from the sides of the bowl without sticking. If you add too much flour, the dough will stiffen, resulting in tougher cinnamon rolls. Just add a bit of warm milk to loosen the dough.
• SLICE, SLICE, BABY! The “traditional” method is to use a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss. I’m a rules breaker and use my metal pastry scraper. Once sliced, I like to open them up a bit like a flower. 
• DON’T OVER BAKE. All ovens are NOT created equal nor are the slices. Keep an eye out and after10 minutes, start checking.
• ADD MILK TO THE FROSTING only if it gets TOO STIFF. Add the powdered sugar a little at a time to achieve that yummy fluffy texture we all love!
• These make GREAT camping snacks! Freeze the dough. Thaw at camp, and bake in your Coleman Camp Oven at 350 degrees F. Frost or eat plain!

NO STAND MIXER!? NO WORRIES!

You can easily make this DECADENT HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE by hand. Here’s how you do it. Grab a large bowl, and a wooden spoon, and proceed with the recipe until it’s time to knead the dough.

Place the dough on a clean, lightly floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes. Work the dough until all the flour is fully incorporated and the dough is soft, smooth, and just a little sticky. DON’T ADD MORE FLOUR!  Too much makes this beautiful dough tough. NO ONE likes a tough cinnamon roll. It’ll take a hot minute and your arms will be screaming, but it’s so worth it! The beauty of hand-kneading is that it gives you full control over the dough’s texture. Thus, helping you achieve that perfect softness for your cinnamon rolls. Which is why we are here. Just keep going until the dough springs back slightly when pressed with your fingers and it passes the window pane test. Then it’s time to

PREP NOW, INDULGE LATER.

• OVERNIGHT. After you’ve rolled and cut your cinnamon rolls and placed them into your baking pan, cover them with plastic wrap and place them in your refrigerator. The next day, remove them from the fridge and allow them to come to room temperature before baking. I like to go ahead and turn on the oven and set the cinnamon rolls on top.
• CAMPING OPTION. Roll and cut your cinnamon rolls and place them several inches apart in a square aluminum cake or pie pan, wrap in plastic wrap and foil. You can also make ahead the cream cheese frosting, place it in a Ziploc, and freeze it with the rolls. Once at camp, set out overnight to defrost and rise. Bake in a Coleman Camping Oven at 325 degrees F or in a Dutch oven on the campfire.
• FOR THE FREEZER. Save space and freeze the rolls individually. Transfer to a Ziploc freezer bag and when ready to bake, place on a lightly greased cookie sheet and allow to rise before baking. 

HOW TO STORE THESE DELIGHTFUL TREATS.

How to store leftovers. Did you HAVE leftovers!? These homemade sour cream cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh but you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Can I freeze these? You can freeze unfrosted cinnamon rolls for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and add the frosting.

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ARE YOU READY TO WHIP UP A BATCH OF THESE DECADENT HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE !?

Now that you’ve mastered this decadent homemade sour cream cinnamon rolls recipe, your breakfast game will never be the same. Get ready for a cinnamon swirl revolution that will have friends and family begging for more—just don’t forget to share (if you want to!). Happy Wandering!