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Lemon Rolls

Lemon Rolls That Melt in Your Mouth: A Citrus Delight

These Lemon Rolls with Gooey Centers are a delightful breakfast treat that’s easy to make and full of fresh lemon flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with bread flour for chewier rolls.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast Don't replace with active dry yeast without activation.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances flavor beautifully.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with a splash of vinegar.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens both dough and filling.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 2 large Eggs Bring to room temperature for best results.
  • Zest of 2 Fresh Lemons Infuses bright citrus flavor.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Provides moisture and depth of flavor to the filling.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness and a smooth texture for the icing.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the icing with acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Ensures the icing mixes well and pours smoothly.
  • Zest of 1 Additional Fresh Lemon Adds aroma and visual appeal for topping.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds Adds optional texture and flavor that pairs well with lemon.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • 9x13-inch pan
  • oven
  • dental floss

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Rolls
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and combine the dry ingredients.
  2. Mix the wet ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and stir until melted.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then add eggs and lemon zest.
  4. Cover dough and let it rest for about 10-20 minutes.
  5. Mix brown sugar and additional lemon zest for the filling.
  6. Roll out dough into a rectangle and spread filling.
  7. Roll dough tightly into a log and slice into pieces.
  8. Let rolls rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 28-32 minutes.
  10. Whisk icing ingredients until smooth.
  11. Ice the rolls after cooling slightly and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider making the rolls the night before for an easy breakfast. They can be refrigerated after shaping and baked in the morning.

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