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Rhubarb Rolls

Delicious Rhubarb Rolls with Sweet Pink Glaze You’ll Love

Enjoy these Rhubarb Rolls combining the tartness of rhubarb and a sweet glaze, perfect for breakfast or a dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with any dairy or non-dairy milk.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use margarine as a non-dairy alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast Can use active dry yeast with slight adjustments.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Can replace with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flaxseed or chia egg for an egg-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can mix in whole wheat flour for added nutrition.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Sliced Rhubarb Can be replaced with other tart fruits.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Crucial for flavor balance.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can use all-purpose flour if unavailable.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Reduce quantity for a less sweet option.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Baking Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Warm 1 cup of whole milk and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until melted. Remove from heat, let cool until warm (about 110°F). Sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of instant yeast and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, stirring lightly. After 5 minutes, whisk in 1 large egg, then mix in 4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt until a soft dough forms.
Knead the Dough
  1. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of sliced rhubarb, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Roll and Assemble
  1. After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a ¼ inch thick rectangle. Spread the cooled rhubarb filling evenly over the dough, then roll tightly into a log. Cut into 12 pieces and place cut-side up in a greased baking pan.
Second Rise
  1. Cover the pan with a towel and let rolls rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes until puffed up.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Glazing
  1. Mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with reserved rhubarb filling and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Rhubarb Rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated for a lovely breakfast treat.

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