Description
These Blackberry Sweet Rolls are a delightful treat featuring a soft, fluffy yeast dough filled with a luscious homemade blackberry filling. Topped with a creamy vanilla cream cheese glaze, these rolls combine fruity sweetness with rich textures, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 large egg
Blackberry Filling
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Glaze
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk (optional for thinning)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour with granulated sugar, active dry yeast, and salt. Warm the milk, melted butter, and water together until about 110°F. Add the warm liquid mixture and egg into the flour mixture and stir until combined. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Cover the bowl and set it in a warm spot to rise for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Make the Blackberry Filling: In a medium saucepan, add blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the filling thickens and the berries break down—about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Roll Out the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Transfer it onto a floured surface and roll it out into a 12 by 18-inch rectangle.
- Assemble the Rolls: Evenly spread the cooled blackberry filling over the rolled-out dough. Starting from a long side, roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Cut the rolled dough into 12 equal slices.
- Bake the Rolls: Place the sliced rolls into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let them rise again for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
- Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, softened butter, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and add milk one tablespoon at a time until the glaze reaches your preferred consistency.
- Glaze the Rolls: When the blackberry rolls are slightly cooled, spread the cream cheese glaze generously over their tops.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve these fruity, sweet blackberry sweet rolls warm or at room temperature, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delicious dessert.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen blackberries depending on availability; thaw frozen berries before using.
- For a thinner glaze, gradually add milk until desired consistency is achieved.
- You can replace whole milk with any milk alternative if preferred, but it may affect the dough’s texture slightly.
- Ensure the liquid ingredients are warm (not hot) to properly activate the yeast.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth during rising to prevent drying out.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
