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Lemon Rolls

Irresistibly Fluffy Lemon Rolls with Gooey Centers

These Lemon Rolls are fluffy, tangy, and perfect for brunch or breakfast, offering a delightful citrus flavor that will brighten your day.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 32 minutes
Rising Time 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Add additional flour gradually as needed
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast Can substitute with active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the dough
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Use room temperature for best results
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Should be at room temperature
  • 2 Large Eggs Room temperature for better integration
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Zest Infuses flavor throughout the dough
For the Filling
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds caramel flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Zest Amplifies citrus flavor
  • 1/4 cup Softened Butter Combines with sugars
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift for smooth consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Balances sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Adds richness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • Baking Pan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and prepare your mixing tools.
  2. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl: all-purpose flour, yeast, and salt.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: buttermilk and sugar, warmed slightly to melt butter.
  4. Add eggs and zest to the mixture, blending until elastic and smooth.
  5. Let the dough rest for 10 to 20 minutes in the warm oven.
  6. Prepare the filling by mixing the sugars, lemon zest, and softened butter.
  7. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread the filling evenly.
  8. Tightly roll the dough into a log and cut into 12 slices.
  9. Place rolls in a greased baking pan, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 28 to 32 minutes.
  11. While baking, mix icing ingredients until smooth.
  12. Cool rolls slightly, then drizzle the icing over them before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze individually for longer storage.

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