Start your day with the delightful aroma and taste of our Heavenly Blueberry Rolls. These soft, fluffy rolls are filled with a sweet and tangy blueberry mixture, enhanced by a hint of cinnamon and bright citrus notes. Finished with a silky, citrus-infused glaze, these rolls are a beautiful combination of flavors that are sure to brighten up any breakfast or brunch table.
Why You'll Love This:
These blueberry rolls combine the comforting texture of freshly baked bread with the juicy, zesty goodness of blueberries. The citrus glaze adds a refreshing twist, making each bite a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.
Perfect Occasion:
Ideal for leisurely weekend breakfasts, special brunch gatherings, or as a treat to share at office meetings. They're also wonderful for holiday mornings or whenever you want to make an ordinary day feel a little more special.
Decoration Tips:
After drizzling with the glaze, top these rolls with a few fresh blueberries and a sprinkle of lemon zest for extra color and zest. Serve them warm for the best experience, allowing the glaze to melt slightly into the rolls.
Dough:
- 2-1/4 teaspoons dry yeast (or instant yeast)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
Blueberry Filling:
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange or lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon water
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Directions:
- Prepare the Dough: If using active dry yeast, mix the yeast with warm milk and sugar and let it proof for 10 minutes until foamy. In a large bowl, combine the proofed yeast mixture (or add instant yeast directly with other dry ingredients), melted butter, sugar, egg, salt, and gradually add flour. Mix until a rough dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until elastic. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size.
- Make the Filling: In a saucepan, cook blueberries with granulated sugar and citrus juice until the berries release their juices and the mixture begins to bubble. Combine water and flour to make a slurry and stir into the blueberry mixture to thicken. Set aside to cool.
- Assemble Rolls: Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread the thickened blueberry sauce over this. Cut the dough into slices using a string or serrated knife. Place slices in a baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth.
- Finish: Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls.
Enjoy these Heavenly Blueberry Rolls, a delicious treat that combines the freshness of blueberries with the warmth of homemade bread, all topped off with a sweet, citrusy glaze!