Lemon Rolls Recipe
Category: Yeast Breads
Servings: 12
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour (Type 0) | 550g |
| Whole milk | 250g |
| Butter | 80g |
| Granulated sugar | 60g |
| Eggs | 55g |
| Fresh yeast | 10g |
| Lemon zest | 1 whole |
| Granulated sugar (for filling) | 200g |
| Butter (for filling) | 90g |
| Lemon zest (for filling) | 10g |
| Cream cheese (spreadable) | 200g |
| Powdered sugar | 120g |
| Lemon juice | 50g |
| Extra lemon zest (for garnish) | to taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough
Start by gently melting the butter, and set it aside to cool slightly. In a large bowl, sift the flour, then add the granulated sugar. In a separate small bowl, dissolve the fresh yeast in a little bit of the milk from the total quantity. Pour the yeast mixture into the remaining milk and add the beaten eggs. Mix the wet ingredients together. -
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Mix the Dough
Add the wet mixture to the flour and sugar mixture, stirring with a spoon until everything is well combined. Transfer the dough onto a work surface and knead for about 10 minutes until you achieve a smooth, elastic dough. -
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough back into the bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise at room temperature for about 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size. -
Prepare the Filling
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Melt the butter and set it aside to cool. -
Shape the Lemon Rolls
Once the dough has risen, lightly flour your work surface and roll the dough into a rectangular shape. Evenly sprinkle the sugar and lemon zest mixture over the dough, then roll it up from the longer side, forming a log. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 pieces, each about 4 cm wide. -
Arrange and Second Rise
Line a 30×20 cm baking tray with parchment paper. Place the rolls in the tray, spacing them about 2 cm apart, and gently press them down with the palm of your hand. Cover the tray with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes at room temperature. -
Bake the Lemon Rolls
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) in static mode. Once the rolls have risen, bake them for about 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top, placing the tray in the center of the oven. -
Prepare the Glaze
While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl. Stir until smooth and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. -
Finishing Touches
When the lemon rolls are golden and fully baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely. Once cooled, generously top the rolls with the lemon glaze. Sprinkle additional lemon zest on top for a finishing touch. -
Serve and Enjoy
Your lemon rolls are now ready to enjoy—soft, sweet, and tangy with a refreshing lemon glaze. Perfect for breakfast or as a delightful treat any time of day!
