Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze Recipe – Dinner, then Dessert

Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls have a soft, buttery dough filled with lemon curd, lemony butter-sugar, and are glazed with cream cheese frosting. Turn a favorite Baked Goods recipe like Cinnamon Rolls into a fruity treat perfect for breakfast or dessert by pairing Lemon Curd with these lemony sticky rolls. Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are a fantastic brunch time treat. Okay, lets be honest, they are also a delicious lunch, main course, afternoon snack, or any time treat! The Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls dough is a basic cinnamon roll dough but instead of slathering on the brown sugar and cinnamon, we add in lemon curd and a lemon butter mixture that elevated the rolls to a new height. Top it off with a lemon cream cheese glaze and you’re officially off the charts as the best friend ever for bringing these to a gathering. If you want to make these Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls for brunch, you can do all the messy prep work the night before and have them ready to go. Prepare to the step where the rolls are in the greased pan, then wrap with cling wrap and a layer of foil and put it in the fridge. The next morning, take them out and let them rest at room  temperature for an hour right when you wake up. While you’re getting ready for the day, they will rise to perfection before you leisurely walk back to your kitchen to these beauties ready to go into your warmed oven. You won’t regret the efforts you put into this recipe! If you love baked lemon treats, next try making , , , or . Create a free account to Save RecipesEmail addressSign Up NowHow to Make Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze Frequently Asked Questions What other flavors can I use make with these Sticky Rolls? Try this with orange marmalade, zest and juice. You can also use strawberry or lime. Try this with orange marmalade, zest and juice. You can also use strawberry or lime. How do I make Peanut Butter and Jelly Rolls? Use grape jelly instead of curd and in the butter mixture. Then top with a peanut butter glaze by using two tablespoons of peanut butter in the glaze instead of lemon. Use grape jelly instead of curd and in the butter mixture. Then top with a peanut butter glaze by using two tablespoons of peanut butter in the glaze instead of lemon. Can I use store bought lemon curd? Yes! While fresh lemon curd is delicious, you will still have success with this recipe using a jarred lemon curd. Yes! While fresh lemon curd is delicious, you will still have success with this recipe using a jarred lemon curd. How do I make Lemon Blueberry Sticky Rolls? Incorporate ½ c dried blueberries into the dough mixture right before adding the flour, for a sweet, chewy blueberry flavor to complement the lemon. These will resemble cinnamon raisin rolls. Incorporate ½ c dried blueberries into the dough mixture right before adding the flour, for a sweet, chewy blueberry flavor to complement the lemon. These will resemble cinnamon raisin rolls. How to Store Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze Pin this recipe now to remember it laterLemon Curd Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls have a soft, buttery dough filled with lemon curd, lemony butter-sugar, and are glazed with cream cheese frosting. Total Time 3 hours 30 minutesFor the Dough:For the Sticky Lemon Filling:For the Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze:Sprinkle the yeast over the warmed milk. Let it sit for five minutes (you want it to look foamy).On low speed, mix the softened butter, eggs, sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, and 1 cup of the flour into the milk mixture.Add in the salt and nutmeg.Quickly add in the remaining flour to make a soft yet sticky dough.Switch to the dough hook and knead at low speed for about 5 minutes. The dough should become smooth, pliable, and stretchy.In a lightly greased bowl put the dough in. Coat with a light layer of oil.Cover with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel.Let the dough rise for 1 hour or until doubled.For the Sticky Lemon Filling:Clean your stand mixer.Add the sugar and lemon and mix for 15-20 seconds just to combine the two and bruise the lemon zest.Add the butter and nutmeg and whip until thick and creamy.Slowly add the lemon juice and whip until fully combined.Assemble the Rolls:You will do this twice:Butter a 13×9-inch baking dish.On a floured surface, roll half of the dough into a 10 x 15 inch rectangle.Spread the with half the lemon curd.Then layer on half of the sticky lemon filling.Roll the dough up tightly, moving from one end to the other and pulling tight as you go.Using a thread, wrap the thread around the dough in 1 inch to 1 ½ inch increments, loop and pull (just like the first step in tying a shoelace).Cut the long dough roll into 12 even rolls and place each in the prepared baking dish.Repeat with the second half of the dough.Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise for 1 hour or until puffy and doubled.Bake the Rolls:Heat the oven to 350 degrees.Place the risen rolls in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until lightly browned.Glaze:While your rolls are baking, whip the lemon juice, lemon zest and cream cheese until light and fluffy.Add the powdered sugar and blend until smooth and creamy.Let the rolls rest for a good 10-15 minutes.Drizzle the glaze over the rolls.Add more zest if you would like. Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 8.2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1.3mg Keyword: Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze, sticky rollsWant to save this recipe? Create a free account to easily save your favorite recipesEmail addressSign Up Now