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Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls


  • Author: Sally Roberts
  • Total Time: 140
  • Yield: 12 blueberry cinnamon rolls

Description

These blueberry cinnamon rolls are a soft, fluffy sweet breakfast recipe filled with jammy blueberries and warm cinnamon, then topped with a gorgeous purple cream cheese glaze. They’re perfect for cozy weekend brunch, special-occasion breakfast ideas, or even dessert when you’re craving an easy recipe that feels bakery-worthy. If you need quick breakfast inspiration, brunch food ideas, or a make-ahead treat to impress guests, these blueberry rolls are a delicious choice everyone will love.


Ingredients

1 cup whole milk, lukewarm

2 1/4 teaspoons instant or active dry yeast

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 teaspoon salt

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons cornstarch

2 tablespoons water

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

23 tablespoons blueberry puree or mashed blueberries

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

23 tablespoons milk or heavy cream


Instructions

1. Warm the milk until just lukewarm, then whisk it with the yeast and granulated sugar and let it sit until foamy.

2. Add the melted butter, eggs, and salt, then gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.

3. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size.

4. Cook the blueberries with brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice until the berries burst, then thicken with the cornstarch slurry and cool completely.

5. Roll the risen dough into a large rectangle and brush it with melted butter, then spread the cooled blueberry filling evenly over the surface.

6. Roll the dough into a tight log from the long side and cut it into 12 even slices.

7. Arrange the slices in a greased 9×13-inch pan, cover, and let rise again until puffy and nearly touching.

8. Bake the rolls at 350°F (175°C) for 22–26 minutes, until deep golden and cooked through.

9. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then whisk in the powdered sugar, blueberry puree, vanilla, and milk or cream to make a thick but pourable glaze.

10. Drizzle or spread the blueberry cream cheese glaze over the warm rolls and serve.

Notes

For overnight rolls, shape them, cover the pan, and refrigerate overnight, then let them warm and rise at room temperature before baking.

Use frozen blueberries straight from the freezer, cooking the filling a little longer so it thickens properly.

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container and rewarm gently in the microwave or a low oven to keep them soft and fluffy.

  • Prep Time: 25
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 260
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 44
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 6
  • Cholesterol: 55

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