Sticky Lemon Rolls
Brighten up your breakfast table with these irresistible Sticky Lemon Rolls, a citrusy twist on classic cinnamon rolls that will tantalize your taste buds. Made with a soft, buttery dough and a zesty filling of brown sugar and fresh lemon zest, these rolls are perfectly sweet with just the right touch of tang. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious lemon glaze, they’re sticky, gooey, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and straightforward steps, these rolls are great for weekend baking or special occasions. Serve them warm for a treat that’s as indulgent as it is refreshing! Perfect for anyone who loves lemon dessert recipes, brunch ideas, or creative twists on traditional baked goods.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cups Whole milk
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 0.75 cups Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a small saucepan, warm the milk until it reaches about 110°F (just warm to the touch, not hot). Add melted butter to the milk and stir.
Pour the milk mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Add the beaten egg and mix until a dough starts to form.
Gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour and knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter to make the filling.
Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a 12x16-inch rectangle on a floured surface.
Spread the prepared filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, then roll the dough up tightly from the longer side to form a log.
Cut the log into 12 equal slices and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, leaving a bit of space between each roll.
Cover the dish and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) during the second rise.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly, then drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm rolls.
Serve the sticky lemon rolls fresh and enjoy their perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 86.4 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.4 g | 252% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2571 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 619.6 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 287.2 g | ||
| Protein | 61.4 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 531 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 1218 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
