These Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls. The sweet raspberry filling and tangy lemon glaze make them a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch.
Author:Linda
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 25 minutes
Yield:12 rolls
Category:Breakfast, Brunch
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough:
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons instant yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups lukewarm milk
1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 large eggs
Raspberry Filling:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup fresh raspberries, finely chopped or minced
Lemon Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together lukewarm milk, melted butter, vegetable oil, and eggs.
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Let the dough rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Prepare Filling: Mix sugar and cinnamon, then coat raspberries in the mixture.
Shape the Rolls: Roll out the dough, spread the raspberry-cinnamon mixture, and roll into a log.
Cut and Second Rise: Slice the log, place in a baking pan, and let rise for 30 minutes.
Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
Bake: Bake the rolls for 25 minutes until golden brown.
Make Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract for the glaze.
Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the warm rolls with lemon glaze before serving.
Notes
For a variation, try adding chopped nuts or raisins to the filling.
These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a day or two.