Lemon Blueberry Rolls (Printer-friendly)
Fluffy yeast dough spiraled with blueberry lemon filling and glazed to perfection.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
→ Filling
09 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
10 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
11 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
12 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch
13 - Zest of 1 lemon
→ Lemon Glaze
14 - 1 cup powdered sugar
15 - 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
16 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt until thoroughly combined.
02 - Pour in warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and lemon zest. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough begins to form.
03 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. Add small amounts of flour if needed.
04 - Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning once to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
05 - Combine blueberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and cool completely.
06 - Punch down risen dough and roll into a 15x10-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread cooled blueberry filling evenly over dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
07 - Starting from a long edge, tightly roll dough into a log. Using a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss, slice log into 12 equal rolls.
08 - Arrange rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spacing evenly. Cover with a clean towel and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy.
09 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 22-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Rotate dish halfway through baking for even browning.
10 - Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and melted butter in a small bowl until smooth and drizzling consistency. Add more lemon juice if needed.
11 - Drizzle warm lemon glaze evenly over rolls immediately after removing from oven. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries creates this perfect balance that keeps you coming back for just one more
- These rolls transform ordinary weekend mornings into something that feels like a special occasion
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- Letting the blueberry filling cool completely is crucial or it will melt the butter in your dough and make a giant mess
- Use unflavored dental floss to slice the rolls by sliding it underneath and crossing it over the top for perfectly cut spirals
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- Fresh blueberries work best but frozen ones will work if you do not thaw them first
- Room temperature ingredients help the dough come together smoothly and evenly