Description
Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls offer a sweet, tangy twist on the classic breakfast treat. With fluffy dough, vibrant raspberry filling, and luscious cream cheese frosting, these rolls are perfect for brunch, holidays, or anytime you want something special.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (to reach desired consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix warm milk, melted butter, and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let sit 5 minutes. In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add to wet mixture along with eggs. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Let rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Make the Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Cook for 5 minutes until thickened. Let cool.
- Roll and Fill: Punch down dough and roll into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread raspberry filling evenly, then roll into a tight log. Seal the edge.
- Slice and Rise Again: Cut into 12 rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss. Place in a greased baking dish, cover, and rise 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden. Let cool slightly.
- Make the Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then milk to reach desired consistency.
- Frost and Serve: Drizzle frosting over warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a crunch, add chopped walnuts or pecans to the filling. Try different berries like blueberries or strawberries. Make it vegan with plant-based milk, vegan butter, and flax eggs. Store rolls in an airtight container for 2 days at room temp or 1 week in the fridge. Reheat briefly before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg