Description

Soft, sourdough-enriched breakfast swirls filled with sweet apple jam and brown sugar, combining the cozy flavors of apple pie with the comfort of cinnamon rolls. Perfect warm for winter mornings or festive breakfasts.

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon salt

2/3 cup (160g) ripe sourdough starter

1 1/4 cups milk, warmed to 100–110°F

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 egg

1 1/2 cups apple jam

1 cup brown sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 teaspoons lemon juice

Powdered sugar or pearl sugar (optional, for decorating)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center.
Mix the warm milk and melted butter with the sourdough starter. Pour into the well and add the egg. Stir until a dough forms.
Knead on a floured surface until soft, smooth, and supple. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 2–3 hours or until doubled.
For the filling, heat apple jam, brown sugar, salt, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a sauté pan over medium heat. Bring to a low simmer, then remove from heat and let cool completely.
Spray a baking dish with baking spray.
Turn the risen dough out and divide in half. Roll the first half into a 10×18-inch rectangle.
Spread a thin layer of the cooled apple filling over the dough. Roll tightly from the long side into an 18-inch log and pinch the seam closed.
Cut into 1 1/2-inch slices using a serrated knife and arrange in the baking dish, leaving space between each swirl. Repeat with the second half of dough if desired. Cover and let rise 20–30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Bake 20–25 minutes until golden.
Cool 20–30 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar or pearl sugar if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Add cinnamon, allspice, or apple pie spice to the filling.

Use pear or apricot jam for flavor variations.

Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.

Drizzle with a powdered sugar glaze instead of dusting.

Roll thinner for mini swirls.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 swirl
Calories: Approx. 260
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg