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Lemon Blueberry Rolls

These soft, pillowy rolls filled with bright lemon-scented sugar and juicy blueberry jam are perfect for brightening mornings or finishing a spring brunch.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Blueberry Jam

  • 12 oz frozen blueberries Using frozen blueberries for consistent flavor year-round.
  • cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 tsp corn starch

For the Dough

  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk, warmed to about 110 degrees F Warm to the touch.
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast Used to bloom the yeast.
  • 1 tsp granulated white sugar For blooming the yeast.
  • 4 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp granulated white sugar
  • 2 eggs whisked
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, very softened
  • ½ tbsp vanilla
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons zested)

For the Filling

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, very softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons zested)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp salt

For Assembling

  • ¼ cup heavy cream, at room temperature For pouring in between the rolls.

For the Frosting

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, very softened
  • 6 oz cream cheese, cold
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tbsp lemon zest (about ½ lemon zested)
  • 2 tbsp blueberry jam Reserved from earlier.

Instructions
 

Blueberry Jam

  • Combine 12 oz frozen blueberries, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tsp cornstarch in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries release juice and the mixture comes to a simmer (about 6–8 minutes).
  • Reduce heat and simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 5–7 more minutes. Taste and adjust with a tablespoon more sugar if needed for sweetness.
  • Remove from heat, let cool to room temperature. The jam will thicken as it cools. Spoon 2 tbsp aside for the frosting later.

Dough Preparation

  • Warm 1 1/4 cups whole milk to about 110°F. Sprinkle 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tsp sugar over the milk. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp sugar.
  • Add the foamy yeast-milk, 2 whisked eggs, 1/2 cup very softened butter, 1/2 tbsp vanilla, and 2 tbsp lemon zest. Mix with the dough hook on low until a shaggy dough forms, then increase speed to medium and knead 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • If dough is too sticky, add flour 1 tbsp at a time; if too stiff, add 1 tsp water.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1–1.5 hours.

Filling Preparation

  • In a small bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth and fluffy.
  • Taste and adjust with more lemon juice or zest if desired.

Assembling and Baking

  • Turn the risen dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a large rectangle about 16x12 inches (or similar — aim for about 1/4-inch thickness).
  • Spread the lemon filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border on one long side.
  • Spoon dollops of the cooled blueberry jam across the filling, press jam into filling so it won’t leak during rolling.
  • Roll tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice into 12 even rolls (about 1 1/2 inches thick).
  • Place rolls cut-side up in a greased 9x13-inch pan, leaving a little room to expand. Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Right before baking, drizzle 1/4 cup heavy cream evenly between the rolls.
  • Bake 25–30 minutes until golden on top and cooked through.

Frosting

  • Beat 6 tbsp softened butter and 6 oz cold cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add 3/4 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 tbsp lemon zest, and reserved 2 tbsp blueberry jam. Beat until fluffy and spreadable.
  • Spread or drizzle frosting over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can knead by hand for 8–10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. For best results, measure blueberries and other ingredients by weight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g
Keyword Bakery Recipes, Blueberry Rolls, Lemon Rolls, Spring Recipes, Sweet Rolls
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