Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Glaze

Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Glaze are a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, combining warm cinnamon spice with tart raspberries and a refreshing lemon glaze. These fluffy rolls are perfect for brunch, special occasions, or a sweet treat any time of day.

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
  
  

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  
  

• 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  
  

• 1 teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1 1/4 cups lukewarm milk
  
  

• 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  
  

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  
  

• 2 large eggs
  
  

For the Raspberry Filling:

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  
  

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  
  

• 1 cup fresh raspberries, finely chopped or minced
  
  

For the Lemon Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
  
  

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  
  

• Zest of 1 lemon
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
   
   

2. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, oil, and eggs.
   
   

3. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until dough forms.
   
   

4. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
   
   

5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
   
   

6. Mix sugar and cinnamon for filling, then gently toss in raspberries.
   
   

7. Roll dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle, spread raspberry filling evenly, leaving edges clear.
   
   

8. Roll dough tightly from long edge and cut into 12 slices.
   
   

9. Place slices in a greased 9x13 inch pan, cover, and let rise 30 minutes until puffy.
   
   

10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake rolls for 25 minutes until golden.
    
    

11. While baking, whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla to make glaze.
    
    

12. Cool rolls for 10 minutes, then drizzle with lemon glaze and serve warm.
    
    

Nutritional Value by Grams (per serving)

• Calories: 303 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 6 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 3 g
  
  

• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 43 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 200 mg
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 57 g
  
  

• Fiber: 2 g
  
  

• Sugar: 23 g
  
  

• Protein: 7 g