Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Bites

Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Bites are soft, fluffy mini rolls coated in buttery cinnamon sugar and finished with sweet glaze. Made with sourdough discard, they have a light tang that enhances the warm cinnamon flavor and caramelized edges. These bite-size treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or sweet snacking and deliver all the comfort of classic cinnamon rolls in an easy pull-apart form.

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 1 cup sourdough discard
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• ½ cup warm milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

For the Cinnamon Coating

• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• ¼ cup melted butter

For the Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tablespoons milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Steps

Step 1: Make the Dough

In a bowl, combine sourdough discard, warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a soft dough forms and knead briefly until smooth.

Step 2: First Rise

Cover and let dough rise in a warm place 45–60 minutes until slightly puffy.

Step 3: Shape Bites

Divide dough into small 1-inch balls. Roll each lightly between palms to smooth.

Step 4: Coat in Cinnamon Sugar

Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Dip each dough ball in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar. Place in a greased baking dish, slightly touching.

Step 5: Second Rise

Cover and let rise 20–30 minutes until puffy.

Step 6: Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake 18–22 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 7: Glaze

Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle generously over warm cinnamon roll bites before serving.

Variations

• Add chopped pecans or walnuts
• Use brown sugar instead of white
• Add cream cheese glaze
• Add apple pieces inside dough
• Sprinkle raisins in coating

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm and gooey
• Pair with coffee or milk
• Serve for brunch platters
• Add extra glaze before serving
• Dust lightly with powdered sugar

Prep Time / Bake Time / Chill Time / Total Time

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Bake Time: 20 minutes

Chill Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: About 1 hour 45 minutes

Nutritional Info (Approx.)

Calories: 180 per bite

Protein: 3g

Fat: 5g

Carbohydrates: 30g

Conclusion

Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Roll Bites are soft, sweet, and coated in warm cinnamon sugar with a tender sourdough crumb. These mini pull-apart treats are easy, comforting, and perfect for sharing anytime you crave cinnamon roll flavor in bite-size form.