Description
These Lemon Rolls are a delightful citrus twist on classic sweet breakfast rolls. Soft, fluffy dough filled with a zesty lemon-sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection, and drizzled with a tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for a leisurely breakfast or brunch treat!
Ingredients
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For the dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk (warmed)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
For the filling:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Extra lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a soft dough forms, adding the remaining flour as needed. Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
- Rising and Filling: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour. Combine sugar and lemon zest for the filling. Roll out the dough, spread softened butter, and sprinkle with lemon-sugar mixture. Roll up, cut into rolls, and place in a baking dish.
- Baking and Glazing: Let the rolls rise, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk. Drizzle over warm rolls and garnish with lemon zest.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon extract to the glaze.
- These rolls are best served warm but can be reheated gently the next day.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
