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Poppy Seed Lemon Rolls
John

Poppy Seed Lemon Rolls

Soft and fluffy lemon rolls filled with citrus flavor and topped with a sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast
  • 0.33 cup sugar
  • 0.25 cup butter melted
  • 1 egg
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp poppy seeds

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast in warm milk with sugar until foamy.
  2. Mix in butter, egg, and flour to form a soft dough.
  3. Knead and let the dough rise until doubled.
  4. Roll out and spread lemon zest, sugar, and poppy seeds.
  5. Roll, slice, and let rise again before baking.
  6. Bake until golden and drizzle with lemon glaze.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor.
  • Do not overbake to keep rolls soft.