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Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Glaze

Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Glaze for a Sweet Brunch

Delight in these Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Glaze, a perfect blend of tartness and warmth for brunch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Proofing Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Milk Use dairy-free milk for a dairy-free option
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure it’s fresh for optimal proofing
  • 1/4 cup Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar enhances flavor depth
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Raspberries Fresh or frozen, reduce moisture if using frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust amount to preference
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar A sugar alternative can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Substitute with orange zest for different flavor
  • 1 unit Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter and yeast mixture, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Form into a ball and place in a greased bowl.
Proofing
  1. Cover bowl with a towel and let it rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
  1. Mix raspberries, sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl until well combined.
Rolling and Shaping
  1. Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle.
  2. Spread the raspberry filling over the surface and tightly roll the dough into a log.
  3. Slice log into 12 pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
Second Proof
  1. Cover with a towel and let rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Glaze Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
Serving
  1. Drizzle warm rolls with lemon glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your kitchen is warm for optimal yeast activation. Adjust glaze consistency to preference.

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