Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

why make this recipe

These Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls are soft, bright, and a little sweet. They mix tart lemon and sweet blueberries with a creamy frosting. They work for breakfast, brunch, or a simple dessert. If you like easy fruity treats, try a similar snack like blueberry cheesecake protein balls for a portable option.

introduction

This recipe makes soft rolls filled with fresh or frozen blueberries and lemon. The dough is simple and rises twice for a light texture. A cream cheese lemon frosting adds tang and sweetness. You can make the dough, fill it, bake, and top the warm rolls with the frosting.

how to make Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

1. Mix the dry ingredients: stir 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 packet active dry yeast, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
2. Warm the wet mix: heat 1/2 cup milk and 1/4 cup butter in a saucepan until warm, not hot. Stir this into the dry mix.
3. Add 1 large egg and mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5–8 minutes. Place in a bowl, cover, and let it rise about 1 hour until doubled.
5. Make the filling: mix 1/2 cup blueberries with 1/4 cup lemon juice and 1 tablespoon lemon zest.
6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread the blueberry-lemon filling evenly. Roll up the dough tightly from one long side. Cut into rolls and place them in a baking dish.
7. Let the rolls rise again for about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25–30 minutes until golden.
8. Make the frosting: beat 1 package cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
9. When the rolls are warm, drizzle the frosting over them before serving.

Ingredients :

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 package cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for frosting)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (for frosting)

how to serve Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

Serve warm from the oven with the frosting. They are good with coffee or tea. You can also warm them slightly in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.

how to store Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

Cool the rolls fully, then store in an airtight container. Keep at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate up to 5 days. To freeze, wrap each roll tightly and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw and warm before serving.

tips to make Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

• Use room temperature milk and egg to help the yeast work well.
• If blueberries are frozen, do not thaw fully to avoid a wet filling.
• Roll the dough tightly to get neat swirls.
• Let the rolls rise in a warm, draft-free place.
• Brush the dough lightly with melted butter before adding filling for a richer roll.

variation (if any)

• Add a spoon of sugar to the blueberry mix if you want it sweeter.
• Stir in a little vanilla or almond extract to the frosting for a different flavor.
• Swap blueberries for raspberries or chopped strawberries if you prefer.

FAQs

Q: Can I use quick-rise yeast instead of active dry yeast?
A: Yes. If you use quick-rise yeast, the dough will rise faster. Watch the dough so it does not over-rise.

Q: Can I make the dough the night before?
A: Yes. After the first rise, cover and refrigerate the dough overnight. Bring it to room temperature before rolling and filling.

Q: Do I need to thaw frozen blueberries?
A: No. Use frozen blueberries straight from the freezer to help keep the filling from getting too wet.

Q: Can I skip the frosting?
A: Yes. The rolls are good without frosting, but the cream cheese lemon frosting adds nice tang and sweetness.

Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 12 rolls 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Soft rolls filled with tart lemon and sweet blueberries, topped with creamy frosting, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

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Ingredients

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 package cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for frosting)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (for frosting)

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Instructions

1. Mix the dry ingredients: stir flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a bowl.
2. Warm the wet mix: heat milk and butter in a saucepan until warm. Stir into the dry mix.
3. Add the egg and mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5–8 minutes. Let rise in a covered bowl for 1 hour until doubled.
5. Make the filling: mix blueberries with lemon juice and lemon zest.
6. Roll out the dough, spread the filling evenly, then roll it up tightly. Cut into rolls and place them in a baking dish.
7. Let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.
8. Make the frosting: beat cream cheese with powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
9. Drizzle the frosting over the warm rolls before serving.

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Notes

Serve warm with coffee or tea. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 roll
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 180mg
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 4g
• Cholesterol: 30mg