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Lemon Blueberry Rolls

Tender Lemon Blueberry Rolls with Creamy Frosting Delight

These Lemon Blueberry Rolls are a delightful twist on a classic treat, featuring soft dough, lemon sugar, and blueberry jam.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Warm it to 110°F to activate the yeast.
  • ¼ cup Granulated White Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for dough development.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Make sure it's very soft.
  • 2 large Eggs Whisked beforehand.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Fresh lemons are best.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemons are best.
For the Blueberry Jam
  • 2 cups Frozen Blueberries Fresh blueberries are a tasty substitute.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Can adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Corn Starch Can omit for a looser texture.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Make sure it's softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Add gradually for desired consistency.
  • ½ cup Reserved Blueberry Jam Use the leftover jam from filling.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Floured work surface
  • Baking dish
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine frozen blueberries, granulated sugar, and corn starch. Cook over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Let it cool completely, reserving some for frosting.
  2. Warm whole milk to about 110°F, then sprinkle active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar. Let it bloom for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, blend all-purpose flour, salt, and remaining sugar. Stir in eggs, lemon zest, softened butter, and yeast mixture until combined.
  4. Transfer to a floured surface and knead by hand or with a stand mixer for 7-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Shape dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  6. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl to create the filling.
  7. After rising, punch down the dough and roll it to an 18x12-inch rectangle. Spread lemon filling, leaving a border, dollop blueberry jam on top.
  8. Starting from one edge, tightly roll into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces. Place in a greased baking dish.
  9. Pour room temperature heavy cream between rolls. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 22-25 minutes until lightly golden and filling is bubbling.
  11. Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until creamy, then mix in powdered sugar, lemon zest, and reserved blueberry jam.
  12. Once rolls cool for about 10 minutes, spread cream cheese frosting on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They can also be refrigerated for a week or frozen for 2 months.

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