Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls
Fluffy pastries filled with sweet blueberries and tangy lemon zest, topped with a creamy lemon cream cheese frosting, perfect for breakfast or as an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Roll Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon zest of 1 lemon
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries and lemon zest, being careful not to crush the berries.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
Filling and Baking
- Brush the surface of the dough with melted butter, sprinkle with extra sugar, and add more lemon zest or cinnamon if desired.
- Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, spacing them closely.
- Let the rolls rise in a warm area for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Frosting and Serving
- Beat together the cream cheese and softened butter in a bowl until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Once the rolls have cooled slightly, generously spread the frosting on top and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze them for about a month. Thaw at room temperature or microwave before serving.