Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of bright citrus and fluffy sweetness with these Lemon Rolls. Bursting with fresh lemon flavor and topped with a tangy glaze, they are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet afternoon treat. The warm aroma of these rolls will fill your kitchen, creating a nostalgic experience that is sure to impress family and friends. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Warm the milk in a saucepan until just below boiling. Stir in sugar and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, lemon juice, and zest; mix until combined.
- 3. Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
- 4. Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle (0.5-inch thick). Spread softened butter over it; sprinkle with sugar and lemon zest before rolling tightly into logs.
- 5. Cut logs into 2-inch pieces and arrange cut-side up in a greased baking dish. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
- 6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling slightly before drizzling with glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg