Description
Indulge in the zesty sweetness of Lemon Curd Sweet Rolls. These pillowy soft rolls are filled with tangy lemon curd, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a refreshing lemon glaze. Perfect for a leisurely brunch or a delightful breakfast treat.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
For the Filling:
- 3/4 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit until foamy. Add remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt. Gradually stir in flour to form a soft dough. Knead for 5–7 minutes. Let rise for 1 hour.
- Rolling and Filling: Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter and lemon curd. Roll tightly into a log, slice into rolls, and place in a baking dish. Let rise for 30 minutes.
- Baking and Glazing: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 20–25 minutes. Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest for glaze. Drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
- These can be made the night before. Cover and refrigerate sliced rolls, then bake in the morning.
- For extra lemon flavor, add lemon zest to the dough or filling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
