Description
These Lemon Sweet Rolls are the perfect combination of tangy citrus flavor and sweet, pillowy dough. A delightful treat for breakfast or dessert, these rolls are sure to brighten your day!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
For the Lemon Filling:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
For the Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let sit until foamy. Add remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Knead until smooth. Let rise.
- Make the Filling: Combine sugar and lemon zest. Roll out dough, spread with butter, sprinkle lemon sugar, roll up, and slice into rolls. Place in baking dish.
- Bake: Preheat oven, bake rolls until golden brown.
- Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract to the glaze.
- Rolls can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight after shaping; bring to room temperature and bake as directed the next day.
