Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls Delight (Printer-Friendly)

Soft rolls with fresh blueberries and cinnamon, topped with a creamy icing for a warm, sweet start to your day.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
03 - ½ cup granulated sugar, divided
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - ½ cup warm milk
07 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for greasing
08 - 2 large eggs

→ Filling

09 - 2 cups fresh blueberries
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
11 - ½ cup granulated sugar
12 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
13 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Icing

14 - 1 cup powdered sugar
15 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional)
16 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, for desired consistency

# Preparation Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup warm milk, ½ cup sugar, and instant yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until frothy.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend flour, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually incorporate this into the yeast mixture, stirring until combined.
03 - Beat the eggs separately, then add them along with melted butter into the dough mixture. Stir until the dough begins to pull from the bowl’s edges.
04 - Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding flour as needed to reduce stickiness.
05 - Lightly grease a bowl with butter, place dough inside, cover with a towel, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
06 - Combine remaining ½ cup sugar, cinnamon, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Set aside.
07 - Punch down risen dough, roll it into a ¼-inch thick rectangle on a floured surface, then brush evenly with melted butter.
08 - Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly across the buttered dough, then distribute fresh blueberries over the topping.
09 - Starting at a long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log, pinch the seam closed, and slice into 12 equal rolls.
10 - Arrange rolls spaced apart in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
11 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake risen rolls for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
12 - While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, cream cheese (optional), and milk until smooth, adjusting consistency as needed.
13 - Drizzle icing over warm rolls immediately after baking. Serve freshly baked for optimal enjoyment.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - For a softer texture, use room temperature ingredients and avoid over-kneading the dough.