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Cozy Apple Cider Glazed Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Wreath

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A warm, tangy cinnamon roll wreath made with sourdough dough and topped with a sweet apple cider glaze. Perfect for cozy gatherings and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 100g active sourdough starter (about 3.5 oz), bubbly and fed
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (110g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) apple cider
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate the starter and mix dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 100g of active sourdough starter with warmed milk and sugar. Stir gently until combined. Add flour and salt, then mix until it starts to come together. Add softened butter and knead for about 8 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic. Dough will be slightly sticky but should pull away from bowl edges. (15 minutes)
  2. First rise: Cover bowl with damp towel or plastic wrap and leave in warm spot for 3-4 hours until doubled in size and dough feels airy and springs back slowly when poked.
  3. Prepare cinnamon filling: While dough is rising, mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt butter separately and set aside for brushing. (5 minutes)
  4. Roll out the dough: Once risen, turn dough onto floured surface and roll into a 12×16 inch rectangle. It should be thin enough to roll tightly but not tear. (10 minutes)
  5. Apply filling and shape: Brush entire surface with melted butter, then sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over top. Starting from long edge, roll dough into tight log and pinch seam closed. (10 minutes)
  6. Form the wreath: Cut log into 12 equal pieces (~1.5 inches thick). Arrange pieces in circular pattern on parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart but close enough to join as they rise. Cover and let rise again for 45-60 minutes until puffy.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake wreath for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  8. Make apple cider glaze: While wreath bakes, pour apple cider into small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced by half (10-12 minutes). Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and nutmeg until smooth and pourable. (15 minutes)
  9. Glaze the wreath: Drizzle warm apple cider glaze generously over warm cinnamon roll wreath. The glaze will soak into the rolls, adding cozy, tangy sweetness. (5 minutes)

Notes

Use an active, bubbly sourdough starter for best rise. Knead dough until smooth but avoid overkneading to keep crumb tender. Let dough rise in a warm, draft-free spot. If wreath browns too quickly, tent with foil. Use a serrated knife to cut dough log to avoid squishing. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and milk with almond milk. Apple juice with lemon juice can replace apple cider if needed.

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Keywords: sourdough cinnamon rolls, apple cider glaze, cinnamon roll wreath, cozy dessert, easy cinnamon rolls, sourdough baking, brunch recipe

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