
Home baker · Detroit, MI
Eleen learned to bake in her grandmother’s kitchen, where every Sunday meant something rising in the oven. Today she shares the recipes that raised her — reimagined with real Midwest sugar.
In a large bowl, combine warm milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and instant yeast. Stir and let sit until foamy.
Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.
Add 4 cups flour, remaining sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead on a clean surface for 10 to 15 minutes, adding up to ½ cup more flour if needed, until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled.
Roll dough into a 16×20-inch rectangle. Spread lemon curd evenly over the dough.
Cut into 2-inch strips and roll tightly. Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for 15 minutes.
Pour 1 tablespoon heavy cream over each roll. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
For the optional blueberry topping, simmer 1 to 1½ cups blueberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice for 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water and cook until slightly thickened.
Frost the warm rolls with lemon cream cheese frosting, then spoon blueberry topping over them if using.
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