Description
These fluffy Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls are filled with fresh blueberries and a warm cinnamon swirl, then topped with creamy frosting. Perfect for a delicious breakfast treat or brunch indulgence!
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (plus 1 teaspoon for the yeast mixture)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
For the Frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture: In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk with 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let sit until frothy, about 10 minutes.
- Make the Dough: To the yeast mixture, add the remaining sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, and gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface, brush with melted butter, sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar, and scatter the blueberries on top. Press the blueberries gently to keep them in place.
- Form the Rolls: Starting from the long end, roll the dough tightly, pinch to seal, and cut into 12 equal pieces using unscented dental floss for clean cuts. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover the rolls and let them rise again until puffed, about 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25 minutes, until golden brown. If the tops are browning too quickly, tent them loosely with aluminum foil.
- Make the Frosting: In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Finish: Spread the frosting over warm rolls before serving.
Notes
- For best results, allow the rolls to cool slightly before frosting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg