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Blueberry Lemon Cinnamon Rolls: Fluffy Spring Treats with Fresh Berry Flavor
By Ethan Parker
These Blueberry Lemon Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect spring treat, featuring fluffy dough infused with lemon and filled with a homemade blueberry compote. They offer a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors, making them ideal for brunch or dessert. Finished with a light lemon glaze, these rolls are both decadent and bright, ideal for celebrating the season.
Ingredients
Servings
12
- •1 cup buttermilk (or 2% or whole milk)
- •0.25 cup granulated sugar
- •2 packets dry active yeast
- •4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- •1 large egg
- •1 large egg yolk
- •4 cups all-purpose flour
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- •1.5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (no need to defrost if using frozen)
- •1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- •1 tablespoon cornstarch
- •0.25 cup granulated sugar
- •4 tablespoons softened butter
- •0.33 cup light brown sugar
- •2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- •1 cup powdered sugar
- •1 lemon zest and juice
- •fresh blueberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together the buttermilk and sugar in a heat-safe measuring cup. Microwave in 15-20 second increments until the temperature reads between 100-110°F.
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