Mini Brown Butter Sourdough Cinnabundts
Mini Brown Butter Sourdough Cinnabundts are delightful bite-sized treats that blend nutty brown butter with the tang of sourdough and sweet cinnamon. Perfect for any occasion, these mini buns offer a warm, comforting aroma that fills your home and creates lasting memories. Easy to prepare, they are ideal for bakers of all levels and promise to impress friends and family alike!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough starter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (browned)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Mix sourdough starter and flour in a large bowl. Add warm milk and let sit for about 30 minutes until bubbly.
- Brown the Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter until golden brown and fragrant.
- Make the Cinnamon Filling: Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Spread softened butter over rolled-out dough and sprinkle with the cinnamon mixture.
- Roll & Slice: Roll dough tightly into a log shape, slice into 1-inch thick mini buns, and place in a greased baking dish.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Let buns rise for another 30 minutes before baking for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- Finish: Drizzle with powdered sugar mixed with milk after cooling slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini bun (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or swapping cinnamon for cardamom. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; reheat in a warm oven.