Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls filled with a sweet blueberry filling and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
1 cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, combine warm milk and a teaspoon of granulated sugar. Sprinkle active dry yeast over the top and let sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
Add the remaining granulated sugar, melted butter, salt, and eggs to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling:
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
Ensure the blueberries are washed and dried; if using frozen blueberries, thaw and drain them well.
Assemble the Rolls:
Punch down the risen dough and turn it onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle approximately 16×12 inches.
Brush the rolled-out dough with melted butter, leaving a ¼-inch border unbuttered.
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
Distribute the blueberries evenly over the cinnamon-sugar layer.
Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
Cut the log into 12 equal slices and place them cut-side up in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cover the dish with a clean cloth and let the rolls rise for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Bake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the rolls for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly while preparing the frosting.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until well combined and fluffy.
Frost and Serve:
Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Additional Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (rising time) | Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 350 kcal per roll | Servings: 12 rolls
Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Treat yourself to these soft and fluffy Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls! Filled with sweet blueberries and a cinnamon-sugar swirl, they’re topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for brunch or dessert, this indulgent recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Combine warm milk and 1 teaspoon sugar in a large bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- Add remaining sugar, melted butter, salt, and eggs to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling:
- Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Wash and dry blueberries. Thaw and drain if using frozen berries.
Assemble the Rolls:
- Punch down the dough and roll into a 16×12-inch rectangle.
- Brush with melted butter, leaving a ¼-inch border unbuttered.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly and distribute blueberries on top.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log, pinch the seam, and cut into 12 equal slices.
- Place rolls cut-side up in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes until doubled in size.
Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown. Cool slightly.
Prepare the Frosting:
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
Frost and Serve:
- Spread frosting over warm rolls. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger blueberry flavor, mash some blueberries into the filling mixture.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 20 seconds for a fresh-out-of-the-oven taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American