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Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Sweet Rolls

Beautiful freshly prepared blueberry lemon sourdough sweet rolls on white plate
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These Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Sweet Rolls combine tangy lemon zest and juicy blueberries with the natural tang of sourdough for a delightfully fresh and flavorful breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup active sourdough starter
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warm
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the active sourdough starter, warm milk, egg, and melted butter.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and lemon zest.
  3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 4-6 hours at room temperature until doubled in size.
  6. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 12×16 inches.
  7. Sprinkle fresh blueberries evenly over the dough.
  8. Roll the dough tightly from the long side and cut into 8 equal rolls.
  9. Place rolls in a greased baking pan, cover, and let rise for another 1-2 hours.
  10. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice to make a glaze and drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling before rolling the dough.

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