Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Making Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, active dry yeast, and a pinch of salt. Warm the milk until it's just lukewarm, then add it to the dry mixture along with the melted butter and egg. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Set the bowl in a warm place, allowing the dough to rise until it has doubled in size, which should take about 1 hour.
- Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured surface and gently punch it down to release air bubbles. Using a rolling pin, stretch the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread the softened butter evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a thin border around the edges. Sprinkle the ground cinnamon across the buttered surface and then arrange the raspberries evenly on top.
- Starting from one of the long edges, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape, ensuring all the filling stays inside. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and arrange the pieces cut-side up on a greased baking dish.
- Cover the cut rolls again with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and place them in a warm area. Allow them to rise for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F while the rolls complete their second rise. Once ready, bake the rolls for approximately 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
- While the rolls are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl until smooth.
- Once out of the oven, generously drizzle the zesty lemon glaze over the rolls while they are still warm.
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Notes
These rolls are best served fresh and warm for an unbeatable fluffy texture. Experiment with fillings for a unique twist!
