Description
Lemon Sweet Rolls are a delightful treat that fills your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked goods. These soft, fluffy rolls are infused with zesty lemon flavors and topped with a glossy lemon glaze, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of citrus sweetness that’s sure to brighten your day. Easy to make and visually stunning, these rolls will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter and warm milk; stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients until a sticky dough forms (3-5 minutes).
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Let it rise in an oiled bowl covered with a damp cloth for 1-1.5 hours.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter over it, sprinkle with sugar and lemon zest mixture, then roll tightly.
- Cut into rolls and place in a greased pan to rise again briefly before baking at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle cooled rolls with glaze.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (65g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg