Description
Lemon rolls are a delightful treat that combines fluffy, soft dough with a tangy lemon filling, perfect for any occasion. The sweet and zesty flavors will brighten your day, making them an irresistible choice for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. With their golden swirls and mouthwatering aroma, these rolls promise to be a hit with family and friends. Follow this easy recipe to create your own batch of lemon rolls that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (lukewarm)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest from 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- Powdered sugar (for icing)
- Lemon juice (from the zested lemons)
Instructions
- Warm the milk until lukewarm and mix it with yeast and 1 tsp sugar; let it froth for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter; mix until combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and let rise for about an hour.
- Prepare the lemon filling by mixing sugar, lemon zest, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, roll tightly, and slice into rolls.
- Place cut-side up in a greased dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice to create icing; drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lemon roll (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg