Description
Raspberry cinnamon rolls bring sweet-tart magic to classic breakfast pastries from Southern United States. Delicate dough swirls with rich raspberry filling promise comfort and indulgence you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup (180 ml) milk, warmed
- 3 ¼ cups (390 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ tsps (7 g) instant yeast (1 packet)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (140 g) fresh or frozen raspberries
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsps (28 g) softened butter
- 1 tbsp (8 g) cornstarch (for thickening, optional)
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsps (30–45 ml) milk (to thin the glaze, if needed)
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: Combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Warm milk, melt butter, and whisk egg, then integrate into dry ingredients until a cohesive dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for one hour in a warm environment.
- Raspberry Filling Creation: Gently mash raspberries with sugar and cinnamon. Add cornstarch if the mixture appears too liquid to prevent excessive moisture.
- Rolling and Shaping: Roll the risen dough into a 12×18 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly, then distribute raspberry mixture, leaving a small border. Carefully roll the dough from the long side into a tight log, then slice into 12 equal portions.
- Baking Process: Position rolls in a buttered 9×13 inch baking pan. Allow a second rise for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake until golden brown, approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Cream Cheese Glaze: Whip cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until creamy. Adjust consistency with small amounts of milk if needed.
- Finishing Touch: Drizzle warm cream cheese glaze over freshly baked rolls and serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
Manage Dough Moisture: Adjust flour or liquid quantities if the dough feels too sticky or dry, ensuring a smooth, elastic consistency that springs back when touched.
Control Raspberry Filling Spread: Drain excess liquid from raspberries to prevent soggy rolls and use cornstarch sparingly to maintain the fruit’s natural vibrance and prevent overwhelming thickness.
Optimize Rising Environment: Place dough in a warm, draft-free area like a turned-off oven with a pan of hot water to create ideal proofing conditions, promoting consistent and robust dough expansion.
Glaze Application Technique: Allow rolls to cool slightly before glazing to prevent the cream cheese topping from melting completely, maintaining a thick, lustrous coating that clings beautifully to the warm surface.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg