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Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Glaze


  • Author: Marina Savoy
  • Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes (including rise time)
  • Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls filled with sweet-tart raspberries and warm cinnamon, topped with a bright lemon glaze. Perfect for breakfast or brunch!


Ingredients

  • For the Dough: All-purpose flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm milk, butter, egg, vegetable oil
  • For the Filling: Fresh raspberries, granulated sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch
  • For the Lemon Glaze: Powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Prepare the Dough: Mix warm milk, yeast, sugar, and let it activate. Add butter, egg, flour, and knead until smooth. Let it rise until doubled.
  • Make the Filling: Toss raspberries with cornstarch, mix sugar with cinnamon.
  • Roll & Fill: Roll out the dough, spread cinnamon sugar, add raspberries. Roll tightly and cut into pieces.
  • Second Rise: Let the rolls proof until puffy.
  • Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 22-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Make the Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Finish: Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

  • Use frozen raspberries if fresh ones aren’t available (do not thaw).
  • Let the rolls cool slightly before glazing to prevent melting.
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American