Blackberry Cinnamon Rolls

Blackberry Cinnamon Rolls 🍇✨

Blackberry Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect fusion of sweet and comforting flavors, making them an ideal treat for breakfast or dessert! The fluffy, pillowy dough paired with the luscious blackberry compote creates a delightful dessert that will surely become a family favorite. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply want to indulge, these rolls are a wonderful way to brighten your day!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

What makes these Blackberry Cinnamon Rolls so irresistible? It’s all in the combination of flavors and textures! The soft dough envelops a sweet and tart blackberry filling that bursts with flavor with every bite. The addition of creamy blackberry frosting on top takes it to another level of indulgence. They’re easy to prepare, perfect for baking with the family, and can easily be made ahead of time. Plus, who can resist the smell of freshly baked rolls filling the kitchen? It’s pure bliss!

Ingredients

For the Dough:
– 240g (1 cup) Whole milk
– 2 1/2 teaspoons Instant or active dry yeast
– 50g (1/4 cup) Granulated sugar
– 530g (4 1/4 cups) All-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
– 2 large Eggs
– 1 teaspoon Salt
– 85g (6 Tablespoons) Unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

For the Blackberry Filling:
– 300g (10.5 oz) Blackberries
– 50g (1/4 cup) Granulated sugar
– 1 1/2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
– 1 Tablespoon Lemon juice
– Pinch of salt

For the Frosting:
– 113g (4 oz) Cream cheese, softened to room temperature
– 30g (2 Tablespoons) Unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
– 180g (1 1/2 cups) Powdered sugar
– 3 Tablespoons Blackberry filling
– 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract or paste
– Pinch of salt

See also Basler Leckerli

Necessary Tools

– Stand mixer with dough hook or mixing bowl
– Rolling pin
– Knife or dough cutter
– 9×13 baking dish
– Saucepan

Ingredient Swaps and Additions

Feel free to get creative! Swap blackberries with raspberries or blueberries for a different fruity twist. You can also use almond extract instead of vanilla for a nutty flavor, or add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra texture.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Dough Preparation: Warm the milk until it reaches about 95-104°F (35-40°C) and pour it into the stand mixer bowl. Sprinkle yeast and sugar on top, allowing it to sit until foamy if using active dry yeast.
2. Mix Ingredients: Add flour, salt, and eggs to the milk mixture, and mix until a thick dough forms.
3. Add Butter: Gradually mix in softened butter until the dough pulls away from the bowl, about 10 minutes.
4. First Rise: Shape the dough into a ball, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (1-1.5 hours).
5. Make Filling: Combine ingredients for the filling in a saucepan and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Assemble Rolls: Roll out the dough, spread the blackberry filling, roll it up, and cut into 12 slices. Place them in a greased baking dish and allow to rise again for 30-45 minutes.
7. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Frosting Preparation: Blend frosting ingredients until smooth, then generously frost the cooled rolls.

Serving Suggestions

These rolls are delightful on their own but pair wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea. You could also serve them alongside fresh fruit or a dollop of yogurt for added balance.

Blackberry Cinnamon Rolls

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