If you love the tang of sourdough and the sweetness of cinnamon, this Cinnamon Sourdough Bread is going to be your new favorite bake. It’s soft, slightly chewy, and swirled with a fragrant cinnamon-sugar ribbon that fills your kitchen with the best smell ever. Perfect toasted with butter in the morning or enjoyed warm right out of the oven this bread feels like a hug in loaf form.

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Recipe Details

Servings: 1 loaf (about 8 slices)
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus rising time)
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: About 6 hours including rise
Calories: ~210 per slice

Why You’ll Love This Cinnamon Sourdough Bread

• It’s the perfect blend of tangy and sweet , not too sugary, just right.
• The cinnamon swirl makes each slice beautiful and flavorful.
• Great for breakfast, French toast, or even gifting.
• Uses your sourdough starter, a great way to make the most of it!

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup active sourdough starter (fed and bubbly)
• ¾ cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons sugar or honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

For the Cinnamon Swirl

• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• ⅓ cup brown sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

1. Make the dough. In a large bowl, combine flour, starter, water, sugar (or honey), salt, and melted butter. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
2. Knead. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. First rise. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 3–4 hours, or until doubled in size.
4. Prepare the filling. Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
5. Shape the bread. Roll out the dough into a rectangle (about 9×12 inches). Spread the cinnamon mixture evenly on top, then roll it up tightly like a jelly roll.
6. Second rise. Place the roll seam-side down in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again for about 1½–2 hours, until puffy.
7. Bake. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
8. Cool and enjoy. Let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with butter or drizzle with glaze if you want an extra treat.

Tips for the Best Cinnamon Sourdough Bread

• Don’t skip the second rise, it gives you that soft, airy texture.
• Use room temperature butter for the swirl so it spreads easily.
• If you like raisins or nuts, sprinkle some over the cinnamon layer before rolling.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze slices for later.