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Raspberry Sweet Rolls

Warm raspberry rolls with a soft dough wrapped around sweet jam and topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 rolls
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup milk, warmed should feel warm to the wrist
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Filling Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam use seedless for smoother texture

Glaze Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a bowl, mix the warmed milk, melted butter, sugar, and instant yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add the milk mixture to the flour, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and slightly elastic.
  • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Rolling and Baking

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough into a rectangle roughly 12x8 inches.
  • Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the surface, leaving a small 1/4-inch border.
  • Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log and cut the log into 1-inch pieces.
  • Place them cut-side up in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzle over the rolls while still warm.

Notes

Avoid overbaking; once the tops are golden and sound hollow when tapped, they’re done. Serve rolls warm for best texture.
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