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Rhubarb Rolls

Rhubarb Rolls

Deliciously tart rhubarb filling nestled in sweet, soft rolls, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup milk warm
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Rhubarb Filling
  • 3 cups rhubarb chopped (about 1 pound)
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Glaze (Optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Instructions
  1. For the dough: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and melted butter. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  4. For the filling: In a medium bowl, combine chopped rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12x18 inches) on a lightly floured surface.
  6. Spread the rhubarb filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  7. Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the long sides. Slice the roll into 12 equal pieces.
  8. Place the rolls cut-side up in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  10. For the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of orange zest to the filling. Allow rolls to cool slightly before glazing.
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