Beyond Sourdough Bread: Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Take your sourdough skills beyond traditional bread in this delicious, hands-on baking class! In Beyond Sourdough Bread: Cinnamon Roll Muffins, you’ll learn how to transform sourdough starter into soft, tender cinnamon roll muffins with beautiful swirls of cinnamon sugar and a sweet glaze on top.

In this class, students will:

• Prepare enriched sourdough dough suitable for sweet baking

• Learn shaping techniques to create perfect muffin-style cinnamon rolls

• Master filling, rolling, and cutting methods for consistent swirls

• Bake and finish with a simple vanilla glaze

We’ll also discuss fermentation timing, flavor development, and tips for adapting the recipe at home. Whether you’re new to sourdough or looking to expand your repertoire, this class will inspire you to think beyond the loaf.

Students will leave with fresh-baked cinnamon roll muffins and the confidence to recreate them in their own kitchens.

• This one-time, 3-hour class will be held at the Plum Center,
• Students will work with others in small groups.
• The class has space for up to 12 people, so everyone gets a chance to learn and practice.
• Be ready to stand, cook, and work during the class.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring apron, wear closed-toe shoes and tie back long hair.

Christine Dryer is a passionate home baker, sourdough enthusiast, and owner of a Virginia-based microbakery.  By day, Christine works as a full-time programmer, and by night and early morning, she dedicates her time to crafting artisan sourdough breads, muffins, and scones made with quality ingredients and traditional baking techniques.

Her love for baking began as a creative outlet and quickly grew into a way to share handmade, wholesome treats with her local community. Christine has a particular passion for sourdough, appreciating the art of natural fermentation and the unique flavor, texture, and character it brings to every loaf. Through her classes, she enjoys helping others build confidence in baking from scratch while sharing the techniques, patience, and joy that make sourdough baking so rewarding.

Please note that this culinary class may involve the use of common allergens such as gluten, dairy, eggs, soy, tree nuts, and peanuts. We kindly advise participants with any food allergies or sensitivities to consider this before signing up. Group classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not reached. Be sure to review our policies and procedures regarding registration, withdrawals, refunds, and more. Check your receipt for class enclosure details. Although registration has a specified deadline, spaces may remain available post the cutoff date; please contact registration for assistance. For additional information, please contact homeimprovement@fcps.edu.

Photos are for illustrative purposes only and are intended to provide an example of the project or dish that may be created during class. Actual results may vary based on individual skill level, materials, ingredients, and instructor demonstrations.