Description
These Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Glaze are fluffy, tender yeast rolls filled with juicy raspberries and a swirl of cinnamon sugar, then finished with a zesty lemon glaze. A delightful, colorful twist on the classic cinnamon roll—perfect for brunch or a special breakfast.
Ingredients
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- For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the Filling:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup frozen or fresh raspberries
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- For the Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1–2 teaspoons milk (if needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Make the Dough:
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add sugar, melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix and knead until smooth (5–7 minutes).
- Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Make the Filling:
- Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch.
- Roll dough into a rectangle (about 10×14 inches). Spread with softened butter.
- Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture and scatter raspberries evenly over the top.
- Roll & Cut:
- Roll up from the long side and slice into 9–12 rolls. Place in a greased baking dish.
- Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly.
- Make Glaze & Finish:
- Whisk glaze ingredients together. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
Notes
- Frozen raspberries hold their shape better during baking.
- Add cream cheese to the glaze for a richer topping.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
