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Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls with Creamy Lemon Glaze: A Zesty, Fruity Twist on Classic Rolls

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🍋🫐 Brighten your day with these Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls—soft, fluffy, and bursting with juicy berries! Swirled with tangy lemon and topped with a luscious lemon glaze, each bite is fruity, zesty perfection. ✨🍞 It’s a refreshing twist on classic rolls, perfect for brunch, dessert, or a sweet morning treat. Homemade comfort meets bakery-style indulgence in every swirl. Get ready to fall in love—these rolls are sunshine in pastry form! ☀️💛

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

  • ¾ cup (180ml) dairy-free milk, warmed (like almond or oat milk)

  • ¼ cup (60g) dairy-free yogurt (such as coconut or soy yogurt)

  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup (55g) vegan butter or regular unsalted butter, melted

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • Juice of ½ lemon (about 1 tablespoon)

  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

For the Blueberry Filling:

  • 1 cup (240g) blueberry preserves or jam (store-bought or homemade)

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

For the Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • ½ cup (112g) vegan cream cheese or regular cream cheese, softened

  • ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar

  • 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • Zest of ½ lemon

Preparation Notes:

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.

  • You can use a stand mixer or mix by hand.

  • Proof time may vary depending on your kitchen temperature.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

  • In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  • Add the sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, yogurt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
  • Add the flour and salt gradually. Mix using a dough hook or by hand until a sticky dough forms.
  • Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time, but don’t over-flour it.

Step 2: First Rise (Proofing)

  • Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
  • Let it rise in a warm area for 60–90 minutes, or until it doubles in size.

Step 3: Prepare the Filling

  • While the dough is rising, warm the blueberry jam slightly in a small saucepan to loosen it. Stir in cornstarch if using. Let it cool before spreading.
  • Set aside the lemon zest and juice for the glaze.

Step 4: Roll Out the Dough

  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air.
  • Turn it out onto a floured surface and roll it into a large rectangle, about 18×12 inches.
  • Spread the blueberry filling evenly across the surface of the dough, leaving about ½ inch border on all sides.

Step 5: Roll and Slice

  • Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
  • Use a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss to slice the log into 12 even rolls.
  • Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or a large round cake pan.

Step 6: Second Rise

  • Cover the rolls and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes, until puffy.
  • Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 7: Bake

  • Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the centers are cooked through.
  • Allow the rolls to cool for 10–15 minutes before adding the glaze.

Step 8: Make the Glaze

  • In a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until creamy and pourable. Adjust consistency with more lemon juice if needed.

Step 9: Glaze the Rolls

  • Spoon or drizzle the glaze generously over the warm rolls.
  • Serve immediately or store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Notes

  • Use fresh yeast: Always check the expiration date on your yeast. If it doesn’t foam in the warm milk, it’s not active and should be replaced.
  • Don’t over-flour: It’s tempting to add more flour when the dough feels sticky, but a soft dough ensures fluffy rolls.
  • Warm place for rising: If your kitchen is cool, place the bowl in an oven with the light on or near a warm window.
  • Dental floss trick: To get clean cuts when slicing your rolls, use unflavored dental floss instead of a knife—it won’t squish your dough.
  • No blueberry jam? Substitute with strawberry, raspberry, or mixed berry preserves. You can also mash fresh blueberries with a bit of sugar and cornstarch.
  • Dairy version: If you’re not vegan, you can use regular milk, yogurt, butter, and cream cheese in the same quantities.
  • Author: Rosa
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
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