Description
Blueberry cinnamon rolls take the classic cinnamon roll to the next level with a rich, fruity twist. These soft, fluffy rolls are filled with sweet cinnamon sugar and juicy blueberries, then topped with a luscious glaze. Whether for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they are the perfect indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (7g) instant yeast
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon (3g) salt
- ¾ cup (180ml) warm milk
- ¼ cup (55g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the Blueberry Filling:
- 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh or frozen blueberries
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
For the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons (3g) ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons (45g) butter, softened
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
Make the Dough – In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
Prepare the Blueberry Filling – In a saucepan over medium heat, cook blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Add cornstarch and stir until thickened. Let cool.
Assemble the Rolls – Roll out the dough into a 12×18-inch (30x45cm) rectangle. Spread softened butter over the dough. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread the blueberry filling evenly.
Roll and Cut – Roll the dough tightly from the long side. Cut into 12 even rolls and place them in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Bake – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Glaze and Serve – Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm rolls and enjoy!
Notes
Use Fresh or Properly Thawed Blueberries – If using frozen blueberries, thaw and drain them first to prevent excess moisture from making the rolls soggy.
Let the Dough Rise Properly – Allowing the dough to rise twice (once before rolling and once after cutting) ensures soft, fluffy rolls. Skipping this step may result in dense, heavy rolls.
Don’t Overfill with Blueberries – While tempting, adding too much filling can make rolling difficult and cause excess liquid to seep out, making the rolls messy and harder to bake evenly.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 mins