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Blueberry Lemon Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistible Blueberry Lemon Cinnamon Rolls for Spring Bliss

Delight in the sugary sweetness of Blueberry Lemon Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for celebrating the joys of spring.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or Milk
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons Dry Active Yeast
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 yolk Egg
  • 3 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour may need more for rolling
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • Zest of 1 Lemon fresh is best
For the Blueberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Blueberries fresh for best flavor
  • Juice of 1 Lemon
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
For the Cinnamon Layer
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
For Garnish (Optional)
  • Fresh Blueberries for garnish

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • floured surface
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm 1 cup of buttermilk until it reaches 100–110°F, stir in 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and sprinkle 2 1/4 teaspoons of dry active yeast on top. Let foam for about 5 minutes.
  2. Combine the yeast mixture with 1 large egg, 1 egg yolk, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and the zest of 1 lemon until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Put into a lightly greased bowl and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of blueberries, the juice of 1 lemon, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Stir in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and cook for about 5 minutes to thicken.
  5. Mix together 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Punch down the dough, roll it onto a floured surface into a rectangle, spread the cinnamon mixture, followed by the cooled blueberry filling. Roll into a log and cut into 12 equal pieces.
  7. Arrange the sliced rolls in a buttered 9x13 inch baking dish and let rise for another 20 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F and bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and zest of 1 lemon until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Blueberry Lemon Cinnamon Rolls are perfect for spring gatherings and can be made ahead of time by refrigerating the rolls overnight.

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