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Raspberry Sweet Rolls

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  • Author: saadia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus rising)
  • Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
  • Total Time: Approximately 2¾ hours including rises
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
  • Method: Baking, Dough Rolling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft and fluffy sweet rolls swirled with fresh raspberry filling and topped with a light glaze – perfect for breakfast or brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk (110 °F/43 °C)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup raspberry jam (optional, for extra filling)
  • For glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 Tbsp milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar; let it bloom for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Add the foamy yeast mixture and combine.
  3. Stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare the raspberry filling: in a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until thickened (about 5 minutes). Let cool.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and roll into a 12×16‑inch rectangle on a floured surface.
  7. Spread cooled raspberry filling evenly over the dough, leaving a ½‑inch border. Optionally dot with raspberry jam.
  8. Starting from a long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
  9. Slice the log into 12 equal rolls and arrange cut-side up in a greased 9×13‑inch baking pan.
  10. Cover and let rise 30–35 minutes until puffy.
  11. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  12. While rolls bake, whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth.
  13. Remove rolls from oven, let cool 5 minutes, then drizzle glaze over warm rolls. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can swap fresh raspberries for frozen; thaw and drain excess liquid first.
  • For a tangier twist, add a squeeze of lemon juice to the filling.
  • Rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or frozen after baking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 16 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 37 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg