Luscious Lemon Poppyseed Sweet Rolls with Creamy Lemon Frosting

Experience the joy of baking with these irresistible lemon poppyseed sweet rolls. These rolls feature a soft, tender dough, generously dotted with poppyseeds, and filled with a delightful sweet lemon sugar. They are crowned with a lusciously gooey lemon cream cheese frosting, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Ideal for any time of the year, these sweet rolls are a wonderful treat for any occasion or simply as a delightful indulgence for yourself.

Ingredients:

• Dough:
  • 1 cup plant-based milk, warm
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp vegan butter, melted
  • 3 tbsp poppyseeds
• Lemon Filling:
  • ½ cup plant-based butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • Zest and juice of one lemon
• Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • ¼ cup dairy-free butter, softened
  • 1 cup dairy-free cream cheese, cold
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • Zest and juice of one lemon

Method:

1. Combine dough ingredients in a stand mixer until it forms a non-sticky dough.
2. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours, until doubled.
3. Once risen, roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
4. Mix filling ingredients and spread evenly over the dough.
5. Roll the dough lengthwise and slice into 9 thick rolls.
6. Place in a baking dish, cover with a cloth, and let rise again for 20-30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 180°C during the second rise.
8. Bake the rolls for 20-22 minutes until golden.
9. Prepare the frosting by mixing all ingredients and spread over warm rolls.