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Lemon Rolls

Fluffy Lemon Rolls That Brighten Your Summer Mornings

Delight in fluffy lemon rolls filled with gooey centers that brighten up your breakfast table, perfect for summer mornings and sharing with loved ones.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Add extra as needed for dough consistency.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast Use instant dry yeast or activate active dry yeast before use.
  • ½ teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with vinegar or yogurt.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Use at room temperature.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 2 large Fresh Lemon Zest Use zest from large lemons.
Filling and Icing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar For the filling.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter For icing.
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar Essential for icing.
  • ¼ cup Poppy Seeds Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • Soft spatula
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) for dough rising.
  2. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, yeast, salt, and optional poppy seeds.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: warm buttermilk, sugar, and butter in another bowl.
  4. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients to form a sticky dough.
  5. Add eggs one at a time to the dough, mixing thoroughly after each.
  6. Fold in lemon zest and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  7. Prepare the filling by mixing sugar and lemon zest with softened butter.
  8. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread the lemon filling over it.
  9. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place in a greased baking pan.
  10. Cover with foil and let rise in a warm oven for about 30 minutes.
  11. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 28-32 minutes until golden brown.
  12. Prepare the icing by whisking powdered sugar, lemon juice, and melted butter until smooth.
  13. Drizzle icing over warm rolls and top with additional lemon zest.
  14. Serve warm and enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, make sure your yeast is fresh and bubbly. Adjust dough consistency as needed. Enjoy these rolls fresh for a delightful treat.

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