Description

Indulge in the delightful world of Raspberry Sweet Rolls—soft, fluffy pastries bursting with fresh raspberry flavor and finished with a creamy frosting. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these sweet rolls are an instant crowd-pleaser. Their vibrant taste, enhanced by lemon zest, makes them a refreshing treat any time of year. With an easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll impress family and friends at your next gathering. Enjoy the harmonious blend of tart raspberries and sweet cream cheese frosting as you savor each bite of this delicious homemade delight.

Ingredients

Scale

2 packages (4 1/2 teaspoons) yeast
1 cup lukewarm water
6 tablespoons shortening or unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
9 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups hot water
2 beaten eggs
1 tablespoon salt
3 1/2 cups raspberries
4 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup softened butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/3 cup granulated sugar
Zest of 1 large lemon
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

Prepare the yeast mixture by dissolving yeast in lukewarm water; set aside until frothy.
In a stand mixer, combine shortening, sugar, salt, and hot water; cool to lukewarm before mixing in flour and yeast mixture.
Add beaten eggs and gradually stir in remaining flour until smooth; knead until satiny.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 30 minutes).
Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, sprinkle brown sugar, then layer raspberries mixed with sugar and cornstarch.
Roll up the dough tightly and cut into pieces; place in a greased baking pan.
Allow rolls to rise again until doubled (about an hour) before baking at 350°F for 25–32 minutes.
Cool rolls before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and lemon zest.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll (70g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added flavor variation, try incorporating different berries such as blueberries or strawberries. Ensure your dough rises adequately for light and fluffy rolls.