Strawberry Rolls with Zesty Lemon Glaze

Step 1

To begin, let's make the dough. In a small saucepan, heat the milk until warm. Pour the warm milk into a mixing bowl and add the sugar and yeast. Gently stir the mixture and cover it with a towel, allowing the yeast to become frothy for about 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 2

Using a mixer on low speed, beat in the softened butter. Add the eggs, one at a time, followed by the salt. Don't worry if the butter remains in pieces; this is normal. Avoid over-softening or melting the butter.

Step 3

Continue mixing on slow speed and gradually add the flour. Once all the flour is added, continue mixing until the dough forms. Increase the speed until the dough becomes soft and supple. If you don't have a stand mixer, you can use your hands to knead the dough.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for an additional minute. Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover it with plastic wrap. Let the dough sit in a warm place for two hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, let's prepare the filling. In a saucepan, warm the strawberries, stirring constantly until they release their juices. Add the sugar and cornstarch, continuing to stir as the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir for a few more minutes. Transfer the filling to a heatproof bowl and refrigerate until it cools.

Step 6

Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle. Spread the cooled strawberry filling evenly over the dough.

Step 7

Roll the dough tightly into an 18-inch strip. Cut the strip into 12 equal pieces and place them in the prepared pan. Cover the pan and allow the dough to rise for 1 to 2 hours.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the rolls for approximately 25 minutes or until they turn golden brown.

Step 9

Cool the rolls on a wire rack for 10 minutes while you prepare the glaze. Whisk together the lemon juice and powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 10

Drizzle the zesty lemon glaze over the warm rolls and get ready to dive into this delightful treat.