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Raspberry Swirl Sweet Rolls

Delightful sweet rolls swirled with vibrant raspberries and topped with creamy frosting, perfect for cozy mornings or special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed to about 100°F (38°C)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 1.5 Tablespoons Platinum Yeast from Red Star (2 standard-size packets) *
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature and cut into 4 pieces
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4.5 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour (spooned & leveled), plus more as needed
  • 2 teaspoons canola, vegetable, or olive oil for bowl (or use nonstick spray)
Raspberry Filling
  • 1 10-oz. package (about 2.5 cups or 300g) frozen raspberries (do not thaw)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 4 ounces full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In your stand mixer, whisk together the warmed milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and the yeast. Cover it and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add the softened butter, remaining sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Mix until combined.
  3. Gradually blend in 4 cups of flour, one cup at a time, until the mixture forms a soft dough.
  4. Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it becomes soft and slightly tacky.
First Rise
  1. Shape the dough into a ball, lightly grease a large bowl, and let it rise in a warm area for about 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a bowl, mix the frozen raspberries with the remaining sugar and cornstarch.
Form the Rolls
  1. Roll the dough out into a rectangle and spread the raspberry mixture over it.
  2. Roll the dough tightly and slice into pieces. Place them in a baking dish and let rise again.
Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake the rolls until golden brown, about 25 minutes.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. Mix together the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the frosting over the rolls while they are still warm.

Notes

Wrap leftovers tightly and store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. These can also be frozen before baking.