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Delicious Homemade Lemon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delicious Homemade Lemon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful experience of making these Homemade Lemon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting. Bursting with bright citrus flavor, these soft and fluffy rolls are perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re hosting a brunch, enjoying a cozy weekend, or simply craving something sweet, these lemon rolls are sure to impress. The creamy frosting adds the perfect finishing touch to each delightful bite. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any meal time, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk (warmed)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 4 oz cream cheese (cold)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp granulated white sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp granulated white sugar
  • 2 eggs (whisked)
  • 1/2 tbsp vanilla

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 110°F and combine it with yeast and sugar in a small bowl. Let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Add the yeast mixture along with eggs, softened butter, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until combined.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in an oiled bowl and cover; let rise for about an hour until doubled.
  5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle; spread softened butter over it and sprinkle with sugars, zest, juice, and salt.
  6. Roll tightly into a log; slice into pieces.
  7. Place rolls in greased pans; let rise for another 30 minutes while preheating oven to 350°F.
  8. Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. For frosting: beat together softened butter, cold cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
  10. Drizzle frosting over warm rolls.

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