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Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Recipe


  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 120 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Description

These delightful blueberry cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor. Topped with a creamy glaze, they make for a perfect breakfast or brunch treat!


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed to about 110°F (43°C)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk (more if needed for consistency)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

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  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This means your yeast is active and ready to go!
  2. Once the yeast is frothy, add the melted butter and eggs to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula until a dough begins to form.
  4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.
  5. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  6. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  7. In another bowl, gently toss the blueberries with a tablespoon of flour. This will help prevent them from sinking into the dough when baking.
  8. Set both the cinnamon-sugar mixture and the blueberries aside until the dough is ready.
  9. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle.
  10. Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture and blueberries evenly on top.
  11. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut it into 12 equal pieces.
  12. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  13. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  14. Once the rolls have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  15. Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before drizzling with the cream cheese glaze.
  16. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  17. Add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
  18. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving.

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Notes

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  • For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • These cinnamon rolls can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator overnight before baking.
  • Feel free to substitute the blueberries with other fruits like raspberries or chopped apples.

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  • Prep Time: 90 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes