Blueberry rolls, a treat shared by our friends at Lehman’s, hark back to simpler, cozier times and are a delicious way to bring a piece of nostalgia into your kitchen. This recipe offers a blend of sweet and tangy flavors wrapped in a soft, fluffy dough. Here’s how you can recreate this delightful pastry with all the ingredients and step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 2/3 cups warm milk
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
To Roll Out the Dough:
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Blueberry Filling:
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup + 2 teaspoons flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
Cream Cheese Blueberry Glaze:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 3–4 tablespoons reserved blueberry filling
Directions
- Prepare the Dough:
- Combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and sugar in a bowl. Then, let it sit for 5 minutes until it is frothy.
- Add sour cream, salt, and softened butter to the yeast mixture.
- Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes to 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Make the Blueberry Filling:
- In a small saucepan, mix blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer on low for 15-20 minutes until a jam-like consistency forms. Stir occasionally.
- Cool the filling slightly in the fridge before using.
- Prepare the Crumble Topping:
- Combine flour, cinnamon, sugar, light brown sugar, and melted butter in a separate bowl. Mix until crumbly.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine 1/2 cup flour and baking powder on your countertop.
- Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Spread the blueberry filling evenly over the dough, reserving 3-4 tablespoons for the glaze.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping over the blueberry filling, reserving some for garnish.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into equal-sized rolls.
- Place the rolls into your Lodge Dutch Oven on their side and cover. Optionally, let them rise in the dish for an additional 20-30 minutes for extra fluffiness.
- Bake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Blueberry Glaze:
- While the rolls are baking, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and reserved blueberry filling until smooth.
- Finish and Serve:
- Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly before drizzling the Cream Cheese Blueberry Glaze over the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumble on top of the rolls.
This blueberry roll recipe from Lehman’s promises a delicious treat and a chance to relive cherished memories while creating new ones. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, these rolls will surely add warmth and nostalgia to your recipe collection.