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Soft and fluffy lemon sweet rolls with lemon cream cheese frosting and lemon curd swirl

Lemon Sweet Rolls

Soft, fluffy sweet rolls filled with bright lemon flavor and finished with a simple citrus glaze. A fresh twist on classic sweet bread.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 275
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar for filling
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for filling
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
  • 2 to 3 tbsp lemon juice for glaze

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast in warm milk with a little sugar until foamy.
  2. Mix dough ingredients and knead until smooth.
  3. Let dough rise until doubled.
  4. Roll out dough, spread filling, and shape into rolls.
  5. Bake until lightly golden, then glaze while warm.

Notes

  • Do not add too much lemon juice to the filling.
  • Keep dough soft for a tender crumb.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best glaze.
  • Let rolls rise fully before baking.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.