Description
Experience the divine fusion of flavors with our Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls drizzled in a zesty Lemon Glaze. These delectable treats combine the comforting warmth of cinnamon with the vibrant burst of ripe raspberries, creating a match made in dessert heaven. As you take a bite, imagine the soft, doughy layers gently giving way to the luscious raspberry swirls, infusing each mouthful with fruity bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups milk, lukewarm
- 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
For the Raspberry Filling:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup fresh raspberries, finely chopped or minced
For the 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 flour, sugar, 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 begins to form.
Knead the Dough:
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
First Rise:
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Prepare Filling:
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Toss minced raspberries in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Shape the Rolls:
- Roll out the risen dough into a 12×18 inch rectangle.
- Evenly spread the raspberry-cinnamon mixture over the dough.
- Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log.
Cut and Second Rise:
- Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
- Arrange slices cut side up in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Cover and let rise for 30 minutes, until puffy.
Preheat Oven:
- Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake:
- Place the rolls in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Make Glaze:
- While the rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Adjust consistency with additional lemon juice if needed.
- Glaze and Serve:
- Once baked, remove rolls from the oven, let cool for 10 minutes, and drizzle with lemon glaze.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Proofing the Dough: Ensure your kitchen is warm enough to aid the yeast activity for proper rising.
- Rolling the Dough: Keep the dough tight when rolling to prevent the filling from seeping out.
- Adjusting the Glaze: For a stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest.
- Serving: Best enjoyed fresh! To reheat leftovers, warm gently in the microwave or oven to restore softness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg