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Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistible Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls to Brighten Your Morning

Delight in these Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls, a delicious fusion of flavors perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole milk Use warmed almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast Instant yeast may be used without activation.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste or use a sugar substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Use plant-based butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 large Large eggs For vegan options, use flax eggs.
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour mix if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh blueberries Store-bought blueberry jam can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 piece Cinnamon stick Ground cinnamon can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Water
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Use a dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan option.
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Use a flavored extract for a unique twist if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Pan
  • kitchen towel
  • Measuring cups
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Activate the yeast by warming milk and combining it with yeast and sugar; let sit until frothy.
  2. Prepare dough by mixing activated yeast with butter, eggs, flour, sugar, and salt; knead until smooth.
  3. Make blueberry jam by cooking blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon stick; thicken with cornstarch.
  4. Spread filling on rolled-out dough and roll tightly, then cut into pieces.
  5. Let rolls rise in a greased pan, then bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.
  6. Frost warm rolls with cream cheese mixture and garnish with fresh blueberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For perfect results, follow the expert tips for measuring flour and cutting rolls using dental floss.

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