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Lemon Rolls

Tempting Lemon Rolls Bursting with Zesty Sunshine Bliss

These Lemon Rolls are a delightful twist on classic sweet rolls, combining fluffy texture with refreshing citrus punch.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Add more flour for elasticity during preparation.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast Can substitute with active dry yeast if activated.
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds Optional for added flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk-vinegar mixture or yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Must be at room temperature.
  • 2 Large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • Zest of 2 large Fresh Lemons For bright citrus flavor.
For the Icing
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted for icing consistency.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Dental Floss

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Rolls
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, poppy seeds, and salt.
  2. Warm buttermilk until just warm, then mix in sugar and butter until melted. Add to dry ingredients.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then fold in lemon zest.
  4. Adjust dough consistency by adding flour if sticky; let it rest covered for 10-20 minutes.
  5. Prepare filling by mixing sugar with more lemon zest and softened butter until smooth.
  6. Roll dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle and spread filling evenly. Roll into a log.
  7. Slice the log into 12 pieces using dental floss and place in a greased pan.
  8. Cover and let rise in a warm environment for about 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 28-32 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Whisk together icing ingredients until smooth, then drizzle over warm rolls once cooled slightly.
  11. Serve your lemon rolls warm with the zesty icing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and check dough consistency as needed.

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