Delightful blueberry cream cheese rolls that are soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Author:Dottie
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:60 minutes
Yield:12 rolls 1x
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup milk
1 large egg
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon milk (if needed for consistency)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
Fresh blueberries for garnish (optional)
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Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well mixed.
Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently for about 1 minute until the dough comes together. Form it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and let it rest for about 15 minutes.
While the dough is resting, prepare the blueberry filling. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Stir the mixture gently until the blueberries start to release their juices, about 3-5 minutes. If using frozen blueberries, it may take a little longer for them to thaw and release their juices.
Once the mixture starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
After the dough has rested, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Evenly distribute the blueberry filling over the cream cheese layer.
Starting from one edge, carefully roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seams to seal.
Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
Cover the baking dish with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until they have puffed up slightly.
Once the rolls have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes before drizzling with the topping.
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Notes
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For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the cream cheese filling.
These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Feel free to substitute other berries if blueberries are not available.