Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls (Printable Version)
Soft, fluffy rolls swirled with blueberries and cinnamon, topped with cream cheese frosting for the perfect morning treat.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 cup warm milk
02 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 cup melted butter
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 eggs
07 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
→ Filling
08 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
09 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
10 - 2 tablespoons cinnamon
11 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
→ Frosting
12 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 1/4 cup butter, softened
14 - 1 cup powdered sugar
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk with a teaspoon of sugar. Let sit until frothy, about 10 minutes. If the yeast doesn't froth, it might be inactive, and you'll need to start again with fresh yeast.
02 - To the yeast mixture, add the remaining sugar, melted butter, salt, and eggs. Gradually mix in the flour using a stand mixer or a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until it's smooth and elastic.
03 - Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
04 - In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon until evenly combined.
05 - Roll out the dough into a rectangle (about 12×18 inches) on a floured surface using a rolling pin. Brush the dough with melted butter, sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture, and scatter the fresh blueberries on top. Roll the dough tightly from the long end, pinch to seal the seam, and cut the roll into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss. Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving some space between them for expansion.
06 - Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise again for about 30 minutes, or until they are puffed.
07 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a roll; it should come out clean.
08 - In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is smooth and lump-free.
09 - Spread the frosting evenly over the warm rolls before serving. Warm rolls absorb the frosting better and create a gooey and delicious texture.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in under 3 hours with mostly hands off time
- Perfect for beginner bakers with detailed instructions
- Uses fresh seasonal blueberries for bursts of flavor
- Can be prepared the night before for morning baking
- Creates an impressive breakfast that looks professional
02 -
- These rolls can be prepared through the shaping step and refrigerated overnight for morning baking
- The dough freezes beautifully for up to 3 months before the first rise
- Using room temperature eggs prevents the melted butter from solidifying when mixed
- Fresh blueberries create the juiciest flavor but frozen can work in a pinch
03 -
- Use room temperature ingredients for the dough except for the warm milk to create the smoothest texture possible
- For cleaner slices, chill the rolled dough log in the freezer for 10 minutes before cutting
- Dental floss makes the cleanest cuts through the roll without squishing the layers