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Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls Recipe

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Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls are fluffy, tender rolls filled with juicy blueberries and fragrant lemon zest, sweetened just right and topped with a tangy lemon glaze. These delightful rolls combine the refreshing flavors of lemon and blueberry in a soft, yeasted dough that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup whole milk, warm (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg, mixing well. Gradually add flour and knead until a smooth, elastic dough forms, about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a stand mixer. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  2. Roll out the dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer to a floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle approximately 12×15 inches.
  3. Add filling: Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough. Sprinkle lemon zest, sugar, and fresh blueberries over the butter layer evenly.
  4. Shape the rolls: Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Slice into 12 equal rolls.
  5. Second rise: Place rolls into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving a bit of space between them. Cover and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from oven and cool for about 10 minutes.
  7. Prepare glaze and drizzle: Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Drizzle the lemon glaze generously over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor; frozen blueberries can be used but may release more juice and affect dough texture.
  • If the dough feels too sticky, add flour a tablespoon at a time while kneading.
  • Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • The rolls are best served warm but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • For making the rolls ahead, you can assemble, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight before baking the next day.

Keywords: Lemon blueberry sweet rolls, sweet rolls, breakfast rolls, lemon glaze rolls, yeasted rolls, fruit-filled rolls

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