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Lemon Raspberry Rolls

These Lemon Raspberry Rolls combine the bright flavor of lemon with tart raspberries, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Their soft, gooey texture and creamy icing make each bite a heavenly experience.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Milk, warmed to 110℉
  • 2 1/4 tsp Active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 Large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 Large lemons, zested (or 4 small lemons)
  • 4 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup White granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 10 TBSP Unsalted butter, room temperature and cubed
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, room temperature (for filling)
  • 3/4 cup White granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 cups Frozen raspberry crumbles
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 4 TBSP Unsalted butter, room temperature (for icing)
  • 4 oz Cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 Large lemon, zested (or 2 small lemons)
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 2 TBSP Mashed raspberries

Instructions

  • Warm milk to 110℉ and sprinkle yeast over it; let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
  • Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl; incorporate butter until pea-sized.
  • Combine eggs, yeast mixture, and lemon zest with dry ingredients; knead until a dough forms.
  • Cover dough and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  • Prepare filling by beating butter, sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.
  • Crumble frozen raspberries into small pieces.
  • Roll dough into a rectangle; spread lemon filling and sprinkle raspberries.
  • Roll dough into a log and cut into 12 pieces; place in a greased baking pan.
  • Cover rolls and let rise for another 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375℉ and bake rolls for 23-27 minutes until golden.
  • Prepare icing by mixing butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, mashed raspberries, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  • Spread icing over warm rolls.

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for easier mixing.
Allow proper rising time for fluffy rolls.
Fresh raspberries can be used instead of frozen.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 50