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Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls

Soft Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls That Will Make You Smile

Indulge in soft Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls enhanced with homemade blueberry compote, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Bakery
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Lukewarm Milk Provides moisture and activates the yeast.
  • 2 tablespoons Instant Dry Yeast Essential for leavening the dough.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and wakes up the yeast.
  • 2 large Eggs Contribute richness and structure.
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Key for chewiness.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or frozen, the star filling.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for classic flavor.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Creates a velvety frosting.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic complexity.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Cinnamon Streusel Topping Provides crunchy texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking pan
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Spatula

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Combine lukewarm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add eggs, melted butter, bread flour, and salt. Mix until a dough forms and knead for 8-10 minutes.
First Rise
  1. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  2. Refrigerate for 2 to 12 hours.
Blueberry Compote
  1. Combine blueberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, then thicken with a cornstarch slurry.
  2. Remove from heat and let cool.
Filling Preparation
  1. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until combined.
Roll Out and Fill
  1. Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread filling, pour blueberry compote, roll into a log, and slice.
Second Rise
  1. Place rolls in a greased pan, cover, and let rise for 60-90 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cinnamon Streusel
  1. Combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter in a bowl until crumbly.
Baking
  1. Pour cream over rolls, sprinkle with streusel, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Beat cream cheese, butter, and brown sugar until smooth; add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream.
Assembly
  1. Frost cooled rolls and add cinnamon streusel on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow dough sufficient rising time in a warm environment and avoid overfilling.

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