Lemon Raspberry Rolls: Sweet Spring Delight You’ll Love

Lemon Raspberry Rolls are a delicious spring treat that combines bright citrus and tart berries in a soft, gooey dough.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 27

Rising Time 1 20

Total Time 2 17

Servings: 12 rolls

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Baked Goods

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 cup Milk Warm to 110°F for optimal yeast activation.
2 teaspoons Active dry yeast Use fresh for best results.
2 Eggs Use room temperature for easier mixing.
2 Lemons (zested) Substitute 4 small lemons for 2 large ones.
4 cups All-purpose flour Spoon and level to avoid dense rolls.
1/2 cup Granulated sugar Can be slightly reduced for less sweetness.
1 teaspoon Salt Elevates overall flavor.
1/2 cup Unsalted butter Make sure it’s at room temperature.

For the Filling

2 cups Frozen raspberries Break into small pieces before use.
1/4 cup Heavy cream Enhances moisture and richness.

For the Icing

8 ounces Cream cheese Offers creamy base with tanginess.
2 cups Powdered sugar Sweetens and thickens the icing.
1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract Adds depth to flavor.
1/2 cup Mashed raspberries Introduces extra fruity notes.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Baking Pan
Whisk
mixer
Rolling Pin
Oven

Method

Making the Rolls

Activate Yeast: Warm the milk to 110°F, sprinkle yeast over it and let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
Prepare Dough: Mix butter into dry ingredients until pea-sized, then add eggs, lemon zest, and yeast mixture.
First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
Make Filling: Beat together butter and sugar, then fold in lemon zest and raspberry pieces.
Shape Rolls: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread filling, sprinkle raspberries, roll tightly, and cut into 12 pieces.
Second Rise: Arrange rolls in a greased pan and let rise for 20 minutes while preheating the oven.
Bake: Bake rolls at 375°F for 23-27 minutes until golden brown.
Make Icing: Mash thawed raspberries, beat cream cheese with butter, then add sugar, lemon zest, vanilla, and raspberries.
Ice Rolls: Spread icing over warm rolls to create a delightful glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze individually for up to 3 months.

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