Your Cinnamon Rolls Need A Citrusy Upgrade
The cinnamon roll is a classic and beloved sweet pastry — though whether it is a dessert, breakfast, or both depends a lot on whom you ask. It's so beloved, many might argue against radical changes to its foolproof formula, which usually includes loads of butter, cinnamon, and sometimes a cream cheese frosting. Just try thinking of the intoxicating aroma of Cinnabon at your local mall without getting a growl in your stomach. That being said, the sweet and buttery treat can be too heavy for some. Variations on the roll have long existed, from cinnamon-apple or blueberry to a whacky Elvis-style filling with peanut butter, bananas, and bacon.
@inbloombakery LEMON ROLLS 🍋✨ When I say these are better than regular cinnamon rolls I’m not lying 🥹 SO gooey, with a sticky lemon filling and lemon cream cheese frosting 🫠 #lemonrolls #cinnamonrolls #creamcheesefrosting
The latest viral TikTok spin on the treat incorporates lemon into the mouthwatering sweet, courtesy of In Bloom Bakery. The buns look just like cinnamon rolls in shape, but their yellow color and fresh lemon zest topping sent lemon-loving viewers into a frenzy. One user commented, "I've never had such an immediate visceral reaction to TikTok I need these rn." Another commenter wrote, "Glad to see lemons getting their due." One person suggested adding blueberries to take them to the next level. "You could add fresh blueberry jam on top," In Bloom Bakery responded.
Lemon Rolls are a sweet and zesty treat
In many ways, lemon rolls are made like their cinnamon cousins, but some key ingredients are traded out to pack them full of citrus flavor. According to In Bloom Bakery's official Lemon Rolls recipe, vanilla and lemon zest are added to the dough before it is left to rise. In making the filling, lemon juice and zest are subbed in for cinnamon, alongside brown and white sugar. Next, the dough is rolled out and sprinkled with the filling. Then, it is rolled up and cut into smaller individual rolls. The rolls are then soaked in heavy cream as they are proofed: the secret to their moist, gooey texture. Finally, they are baked and topped with a lemon cream cheese frosting of butter, powdered sugar, and more lemon zest. This delicious topping pushes these rolls over the edge with tangy, sweet goodness.
Whether you're a lover of lemons, cinnamon rolls, or just all things sweet and tart, chances are these rolls will be right up your alley. With spring already here and summer on the way, this brightly flavored recipe would be the perfect addition to your repertoire. If you'd prefer to stick with the classic version, there's plenty of recipes for Easy Cinnamon Rolls to sample, as well. And for citrus lovers, there are always more lemon recipes out there to zest up your meals.