🍋 Lemon Cheesecake roll Spring Recipe 🍋
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Soft, fluffy lemon cinnamon rolls with the most buttery citrus filling 🍋✨ These are sweet, bright, and perfect for spring baking. The lemon sugar melts into the dough and the cream cheese buttercream takes them over the top.
Lemon Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Dough Ingredients:
•3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
•1 cup warm milk
•2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
•¼ cup granulated sugar
•1 egg + 1 egg yolk
•¼ cup melted butter
•1 tsp salt
Lemon Filling:
•½ cup softened butter
•¾ cup granulated sugar
•2 tbsp fresh grated lemon zest
Cream Cheese Buttercream:
•4 oz cream cheese, softened
•4 tbsp butter, softened
•1 cup powdered sugar
•1–2 tbsp milk
•½ tsp vanilla
Directions:
- In a bowl mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes. Add egg, egg yolk, melted butter, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough into a large rectangle. Spread softened butter, sprinkle sugar, then evenly add grated lemon zest. Roll tightly, slice into rolls, and place in a greased baking dish.
- Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until lightly golden.
- Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Spread over warm rolls and enjoy.
Bright, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth good 🍋💛 Would you eat these for breakfast or dessert?
Making lemon cheesecake rolls at home is a wonderful way to bring fresh, vibrant flavors into your baking repertoire, especially during springtime when citrus fruits are at their best. When I tried this recipe, I found that the key to achieving that melt-in-your-mouth texture was allowing enough time for the dough to rise properly — patience really pays off! One tip I learned is to use fresh lemon zest rather than pre-packaged zest, as it intensifies the citrus aroma and flavor much more effectively. The balance between the tangy lemon sugar filling and the rich cream cheese buttercream topping creates a perfect harmony of flavors that's truly irresistible. I also experimented a bit by adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to the lemon sugar filling, which complemented the zest with a gentle warmth and made the rolls extra cozy for a spring breakfast. If you prefer a more vibrant lemon flavor, doubling the amount of lemon zest or adding a teaspoon of lemon juice to the cream cheese frosting can brighten the rolls further. Another practical tip is to bake the rolls just until they're lightly golden; overbaking can dry them out. While warm, the rolls are best enjoyed fresh, but if you need to save some for later, reheating briefly in the microwave with a damp paper towel helps restore their softness. Overall, this lemon cheesecake roll recipe is approachable for home bakers and yields bakery-quality treats that brighten any morning or serve as a lovely citrus dessert. The combination of soft dough, sweet-tart filling, and creamy frosting makes it a crowd-pleaser during any spring gathering or leisurely weekend brunch.
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