Description
Lemon Rolls are a delightful treat that you can whip up in just 90 minutes! These fluffy and soft rolls are bursting with zesty lemon flavor and feature gooey centers that make them irresistible. Topped with a luscious lemon icing, they are perfect for a summer breakfast or brunch gathering. With their refreshing taste and versatile serving options, these rolls are sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as leftovers, Lemon Rolls will add a bright note to your meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 1/2 tsp instant dry yeast
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (for icing)
Instructions
- Prepare: Gather ingredients at room temperature.
- Make Dough: Combine warm buttermilk and yeast; let sit. Add sugar, salt, melted butter, eggs, and zest. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms. Knead until smooth.
- Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Roll & Fill: Punch down the dough, roll into a rectangle, spread softened butter, and sprinkle mixed sugars and zest evenly.
- Shape: Roll tightly into a log and cut into equal pieces using dental floss.
- Second Rise: Place rolls in a greased pan to rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-28 minutes until golden brown.
- Icing: Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and melted butter; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg