These Blueberry Breakfast Rolls are a delightful morning treat, perfect for family gatherings like Thanksgiving breakfast. Easy to make, these rolls combine the sweet tanginess of blueberries with a soft, fluffy dough, topped with a creamy blueberry frosting.
Why You'll Love This: These rolls offer a unique twist on traditional breakfast pastries. The homemade blueberry purée provides a fresh, fruity flavor that pairs wonderfully with the soft, yeasty dough. The creamy frosting adds a luxurious touch, making them irresistible. They are not only delicious but also a visually appealing addition to any breakfast table.
- Activate Yeast: Mix warm milk, yeast, and 1/2 tsp sugar. Let it rest until fluffy (5-7 minutes).
- Prepare Dough: In a stand mixer, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, butter, vanilla, and yeast mixture. Mix for 3-4 minutes, rest covered for 4-5 minutes. Knead for 10-15 minutes until smooth, let rise for 30-45 minutes, then refrigerate for 1 1/2 hours.
- Make Blueberry Purée: Boil blueberries, sugar, lemon zest, and juice. Mash and cook until thick (15-22 minutes). Cool to room temperature.
- Assemble Rolls: Roll dough into a 14x12 inch rectangle. Spread blueberry purée (reserve 1 tbsp for frosting), optionally add ground ginger. Roll up and cut into 8-9 pieces. Place on baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 40-45 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes. Cool for 20 minutes.
- Prepare Frosting: Mix cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, reserved blueberry purée, vanilla, and salt. Spread on cooled rolls.
Serve these soft, flavorful rolls as a special treat, enjoying the combination of sweet blueberries and rich frosting. Perfect for making any morning special!