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Lemon Rolls

Lemon Rolls
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Indulge in the delightful experience of making Lemon Rolls, a treat that brings sunshine to any occasion! These soft and fluffy rolls are filled with a gooey lemon sugar mixture and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that perfectly balances sweetness and tartness. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these zesty pastries are sure to impress family and friends. With their easy-to-follow recipe, even beginner bakers can create these stunning treats that look as incredible as they taste. Enjoy the refreshing flavor of lemons combined with the comforting softness of freshly baked bread—perfect for springtime gatherings or cozy mornings at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Cream cheese (for frosting)
  • Fresh lemon juice and zest

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar; let sit until frothy.
  2. Add flour, salt, eggs, softened butter, vanilla extract, and lemon zest; mix well.
  3. Knead dough until smooth; place in a greased bowl to rise for 1–2 hours until doubled.
  4. Prepare filling by mixing softened butter with sugars, lemon zest, juice, and salt.
  5. Roll out dough into a rectangle; spread filling evenly over it. Roll tightly and cut into pieces.
  6. Place rolls in a greased baking dish; let rise again for about an hour until puffy.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While baking, prepare frosting by mixing cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
  9. Drizzle heavy cream over warm rolls before frosting once slightly cooled.

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