Description
Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls are a delightful springtime treat, featuring soft, fluffy lemon-infused dough, a homemade blueberry filling, and a decadent lemon cream cheese frosting. Perfect for brunch, holiday celebrations, or whenever you’re craving a sweet treat with a zesty twist, these rolls are sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Blueberry Filling:
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/2 tsp almond extract
For the Dough:
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup warm milk
2 1/4 tsp yeast (instant or active dry)
1 egg and 1 egg yolk
1/4 cup salted butter, melted
4 cups bread flour
1/2 tsp salt
Zest of 1 lemon
For the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
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Warm the milk to about 110°F (43°C). Stir in yeast and let it activate for 5-10 minutes.
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Add sugar, butter, egg, and lemon zest to the milk mixture, mixing until smooth.
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Gradually add bread flour and salt, mixing until combined. Knead the dough for about 8 minutes until smooth.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Make the Blueberry Filling:
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In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer over medium heat until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
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Assemble the Rolls:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 12×18-inch rectangle. Spread the blueberry filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
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Roll the dough up tightly, then slice into 12 equal pieces. Place the rolls into the greased baking dish.
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Cover and let the rolls rise for another 1 hour.
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Bake:
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Bake the rolls at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Prepare the Frosting:
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In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth and creamy.
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Serve:
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Once the rolls have cooled slightly, spread the lemon cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free milk, vegan butter, and vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free version.
Frozen Blueberries: Frozen blueberries work perfectly for the filling and may even make the filling easier to handle.
Storage: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to soften the frosting.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
