Description
Lemon Rolls are a delightful treat that infuses your day with bright, zesty flavors. These soft, fluffy rolls are filled with tangy lemon goodness and topped with a sweet glaze, making them perfect for brunch or a cozy afternoon snack. Easy to prepare and even easier to devour, these rolls will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit until bubbly.
- Mix in melted butter, eggs, salt, lemon juice, and zest. Gradually fold in flour to form a soft dough.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Let rise in a greased bowl until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Prepare filling by mixing softened butter, sugar, lemon juice, zest, and salt.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle; spread filling evenly. Roll into a log and slice into pieces.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish; cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and water until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg