Lemon Rolls: Easy Homemade Treats to Brighten Your Day
These delightful lemon rolls are the perfect homemade treat to add some brightness to your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the softened butter and mix until crumbly.
- Stir in the milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out to 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut into rolls and place in a baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and drizzle over the warm rolls.
Notes
- These rolls are best served warm.
- They can be enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg