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Irresistible Lemon Raspberry Rolls: Sweet & Zesty Delight

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These irresistible Lemon Raspberry Rolls: Sweet & Zesty Delight are a comforting homemade treat that combines fluffy dough with citrusy lemon and sweet raspberries.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour Unbleached for better flavor
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar For activating yeast
  • 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast Ensures fluffy rolls
  • 1 cup whole milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Softened for spreading
Filling
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries Can use frozen if needed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Fresh zest preferred
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Warm milk until slightly warm, combine with sugar and yeast, let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt, then combine with yeast mixture.
  3. Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Filling and Rising
  1. Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, and sprinkle with sugar, zest, and raspberries.
  2. Roll dough tightly, slice into 12 pieces, and arrange in greased baking dish; let rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking and Glazing
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 25-30 minutes, until golden.
  2. Prepare glaze, drizzle over warm rolls after cooling slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow dough to rise in a warm environment for best results. Use fresh ingredients for superior flavor.

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