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Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls Recipe

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Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls are a delightful bakery-style treat featuring soft, pillowy dough swirled with juicy blueberries and bright lemon zest. These rolls strike a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors, making them ideal for breakfast or brunch. The combination of fresh lemon and blueberry jam creates a refreshing twist on classic sweet rolls, while the tangy lemon glaze on top adds a finishing touch of brightness. Easy enough for home bakers, these rolls deliver impressive, flavorful results to brighten any morning or special gathering.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons quick-rise yeast
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg plus 1 egg yolk
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 3 cups bread flour, plus more if needed
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 large lemon

Filling

  • ¾ cup blueberry jam or preserves
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Glaze

  • Fresh lemon juice (quantity not specified; usually about 2 tablespoons)
  • Powdered sugar (estimate around 1 cup to form glaze)

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk in the egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and lemon zest thoroughly into the yeast mixture to create a smooth consistency.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the bread flour and salt until a cohesive dough forms. Use additional flour if the dough is too sticky.
  4. Knead Dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.
  5. First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the risen dough into a large rectangle of even thickness, preparing it for filling.
  7. Add Filling: Evenly spread the blueberry jam over the rectangle, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges. In a small bowl, toss the fresh or frozen blueberries with cornstarch to prevent them from bleeding and sprinkle them evenly over the jam layer.
  8. Form Rolls: Carefully roll the dough into a log starting from one edge, then slice the log into 9 to 12 equal rolls using unflavored dental floss or a sharp serrated knife to maintain clean edges without squashing the dough.
  9. Second Rise: Arrange the rolls cut side up in a greased baking dish. Cover loosely and let them rise for another 30 to 45 minutes until slightly puffed.
  10. Preheat Oven: While the rolls complete their second rise, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Bake Rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
  12. Cool Slightly: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes to set before adding the glaze.
  13. Prepare and Apply Glaze: Whisk together fresh lemon juice and powdered sugar to form a tangy glaze. Drizzle or spread the glaze over the warm rolls for a bright finishing touch.

Notes

  • Warm milk to about 110°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Knead dough thoroughly (8–10 minutes) for optimal texture; add flour sparingly to avoid dryness.
  • Use unflavored dental floss or a serrated knife to slice the rolls cleanly without compressing the dough.
  • Do not skip the second rise after shaping the rolls to ensure light, fluffy texture.
  • Blueberries tossed with cornstarch help prevent bleeding into the dough during baking.
  • Glaze ingredients are estimated; adjust powdered sugar and lemon juice to desired sweetness and consistency.
  • These rolls can be made ahead by preparing the dough one day prior and baking fresh in the morning.

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