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Lemon Rolls: A Zesty, Sweet Treat to Brighten Your Day


  • Author: WAFA LI
  • Total Time: ~2 hrs 20 mins

Description

Buttery dough, zesty lemon filling, and a sweet glaze swirl together in these soft, irresistible rolls that smell like sunshine.


Ingredients

For the Dough:

2¼ tsp active dry yeast
½ cup warm milk (110°F)
¼ cup honey
1 egg
3½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
½ tsp salt
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Filling:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup powdered sugar
Zest of 1 lemon
2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the Glaze:

½ cup powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice


Instructions

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
Add honey, egg, flour, salt, and butter. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead 5–6 minutes until smooth.
Cover and let rise 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While dough rises, mix filling ingredients until smooth.
Roll out dough into a 16×10-inch rectangle. Spread filling evenly over top.
Roll up tightly from the long side. Cut into 12 slices. Place in a greased baking dish.
Cover and let rise 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake 25–30 minutes until golden. Drizzle with glaze before serving.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Rise Time: 1 hr 30 mins Bake Time: 30 mins

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 220
  • Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 4g