Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls: A Sweet Delight with a Burst of Berry Flavor
Wake up to the heavenly scent of freshly baked cinnamon rolls with a twist—bursting with the sweet and tangy flavors of blueberries! This recipe for Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls combines the classic comfort of soft, fluffy dough with a fruity filling and a zesty glaze that’s sure to brighten your breakfast or brunch. Follow this detailed guide to create a batch of these delightful treats that will make any morning feel special.
Ingredients
For the Blueberry Sauce:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
For the Dough:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup cold butter
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 package (0.25 oz) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
For the Filling:
- 3 tablespoons softened butter
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup prepared blueberry sauce
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
Directions
- Blueberry Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the blueberries, orange juice, and sugar. Cook until the blueberries start to break down. In a small bowl, mix water and cornstarch together and then add to the saucepan. Continue to cook until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Dough: In a saucepan, heat the milk until it barely bubbles, then remove from heat and add butter. Allow the mixture to cool to 110°F. In an electric mixer, combine the cooled milk mixture with flour, sugar, yeast, salt, water, and egg. Knead until the dough is tacky but not sticky. Let the dough rise in a covered bowl for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Filling: Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread the softened butter over the dough, then evenly sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon. Drizzle 1/3 cup of the blueberry sauce over the top.
- Forming the Rolls: Carefully roll up the dough into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces. Place the rolls in a baking dish, cut side up.
- Second Rise: Allow the rolls to rise for another 30 minutes in a warm area.
- Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for about 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
- Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioner’s sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the warm rolls and spoon the remaining blueberry sauce on top for extra berry goodness.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Calories: 350 kcal per roll
- Servings: 12 rolls
These Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls are not just a treat for the taste buds but a feast for the eyes, making them perfect for sharing with loved ones during a cozy morning together. Enjoy the melding of sweet cinnamon and vibrant blueberries in every bite of these irresistible rolls!
Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls offer a delightful twist to the classic sweet roll. Infused with a tangy blueberry sauce and wrapped in a soft, fluffy dough, these rolls are perfect for a comforting breakfast or a decadent dessert. The warm, gooey filling combined with the aromatic hint of cinnamon and a drizzle of sweet glaze makes these rolls irresistible.
Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself, these Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls bring a burst of joy and flavor to any table. Their vibrant color and enticing aroma are sure to draw everyone in for a bite.
Ingredients
For the Blueberry Sauce:
2 cups fresh blueberries
2 Tbsp orange juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp water
For the Dough:
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup cold butter
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (0.25 oz) active dry yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg, room temperature
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup water
For the Filling:
3 Tbsp softened butter
1/3 cup light brown sugar
4 Tbsp softened butter
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/3 cup blueberry sauce
For the Glaze:
1 cup confectoner’s sugar
1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp whole milk
Instructions
Blueberry Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, orange juice, and sugar. Cook until blueberries start breaking down. Mix water and cornstarch, add to the saucepan, and cook until thickened. Set aside.
Dough: Heat milk until it barely bubbles, then remove from heat and add butter. Once cooled to 110°F, mix with flour, sugar, yeast, salt, water, and egg in an electric mixer. Knead until the dough is tacky but not sticky.
Rise: Let dough rise covered for 1 hour until doubled.
Filling: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread with butter, then the blueberry-cinnamon mixture. Roll up the dough and cut into 12 rolls.
Second Rise: Place rolls in a baking dish, let rise for 30 minutes.
Bake: Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes. Cool slightly.
Glaze: Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls with remaining blueberry sauce.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal