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Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls
Blueberry cinnamon rolls are a delightful treat that makes a tempting dessert. The combination of blueberry filling and gooey cinnamon rolls together is irresistible.
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Blueberry cinnamon rolls are delicious pastries that are practically begging to be devoured. A combination of gooey cinnamon roll and sweet blueberry jam, smothered with a delicious cream cheese frosting, these blueberry cinnamon rolls are almost too good to be true. Irresistible blueberry cinnamon rolls make a delicious breakfast or dessert idea.
Looking for more decadent cinnamon roll recipes? Cookies And Cream Cinnamon Rolls, Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls, and Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls are three more yummy recipes to try.
Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls Ingredients
You will need:
- 2 crescent roll sheets
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 13 ounces blueberry jam, or blueberry pie filling
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Optional Frosting
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Substitutions and Additions
CRESCENT DOUGH: If you can’t find full crescent dough sheets, you can use a can of crescent rolls where the sheet is perforated for easily separating into individual crescents. Unroll the sheet, keeping it intact as much as possible, and then pinch it together along the perforated lines to seal everything back up into a single sheet.
DOUGH: You can make this blueberry cinnamon rolls recipe with your favorite sweet roll dough instead of the crescent dough if you wish.
How to Make Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls
STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Unroll one sheet of crescent dough onto a lightly floured cutting board or floured piece of parchment paper.
STEP TWO: Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl to form a paste.
STEP THREE: Use a spatula to spread half of the butter/sugar mixture over the crescent dough, almost to the edges. Spread half of the blueberry jam over the butter/sugar mixture.
PRO TIP: If your jam is thick, microwave it for 15 seconds at a time, just until it is spreadable.
STEP FOUR: Roll the dough up tightly into a log, rolling along the short edge.
STEP FIVE: Slice the roll into six 1½-inch wide pieces.
PRO TIP: Use a bench scraper to cleanly cut through the rolled dough. The dough will be soft and the insides gooey, so do your best to cut clean slices and then transfer them quickly into the baking dish. Don’t worry if they don’t look uniform, the cinnamon rolls will rise during baking and won’t be so wonky.
STEP SIX: Repeat with the second crescent sheet and the remaining filling ingredients.
STEP SEVEN: Place the cinnamon rolls in a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of fresh blueberries over the cinnamon rolls.
STEP EIGHT: Bake for 25 minutes, until the cinnamon rolls are lightly browned and cooked through.
PRO TIP: Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your cinnamon rolls as the suggested baking time approaches.
STEP NINE: Beat or stir together optional frosting ingredients. Spread cream cheese over warm cinnamon rolls.
PRO TIP: The cream cheese frosting is optional, or you may not use all of the frosting. You can also serve the frosting alongside the cinnamon rolls for those who want a little “extra.”
How to Serve Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls
Cinnamon rolls are traditionally a breakfast or brunch food but can also be enjoyed for dessert any time of day! To take your blueberry cinnamon roll dessert to the next level, serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. The combination of a warm cinnamon roll and cold ice cream will melt together in perfect harmony. Add a warm mug of pumpkin spice latte or a homemade hot chocolate for a cozy treat.
Storage
ON THE COUNTER: If you have leftovers or want to save some blueberry cinnamon rolls for later, storing them in the refrigerator is a great option. Once the rolls have completely cooled, transfer them to an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. The rolls can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. To enjoy them, you can either eat them cold or reheat them for a few seconds in the microwave or toaster oven.
IN THE FREEZER: To extend the shelf life of your tasty cinnamon rolls, freezing them is a fantastic option. After the rolls have cooled completely, individually wrap them in plastic wrap or place them in a freezer-safe container. Make sure to label and date the package. Blueberry cinnamon rolls can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Blueberry cinnamon rolls are delightful sweet rolls that can double as both a decadent morning treat and a tempting dessert. Soft, fluffy dough wrapped around a sweet and tart blueberry filling creates an unparalleled combination that makes the perfect dessert for a special occasion. Since this recipe starts with a premade dough, if you’re looking for easy homemade cinnamon rolls these blueberry cinnamon rolls are definitely worth trying!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I freeze these cinnamon rolls?
These delicious blueberry rolls can be stored in the freezer in an airtight container for up to three months.
Can I top these rolls with a different icing or glaze?
If you have a preferred recipe for a glaze or icing, you can certainly use that instead.
Can I use frozen blueberries instead of fresh on top of the cinnamon rolls?
If fresh blueberries are not in season, you could top your cinnamon rolls with frozen blueberries instead.
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Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls
Blueberry cinnamon rolls are a delightful treat that makes a tempting dessert. The combination of blueberry filling and gooey cinnamon rolls together is irresistible.
Ingredients
- 2 crescent roll sheets
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 13 ounces blueberry jam or blueberry pie filling
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Optional Frosting
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Unroll one sheet of crescent dough onto a lightly floured cutting board or floured piece of parchment paper.
- Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl to form a paste.
- Use a spatula to spread half of the butter/sugar mixture over the crescent dough, almost to the edges. Spread half of the blueberry jam over the butter/sugar mixture (if your jam is thick, microwave it for 15 seconds at a time, just until it is spreadable).
- Roll the dough up tightly into a log, rolling along the short edge.
- Slice the roll into six 1½-inch wide pieces.
- Repeat with the second crescent sheet and the remaining filling ingredients.
- Place the cinnamon rolls in a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of fresh blueberries over the cinnamon rolls.
- Bake for 25 minutes, until the cinnamon rolls are lightly browned and cooked through.
- Beat or stir together optional frosting ingredients. Spread cream cheese over warm cinnamon rolls.
Notes
If your jam is thick, microwave it for 15 seconds at a time, just until it is spreadable.
Use a bench scraper to cleanly cut through the rolled dough. The dough will be soft and the insides gooey, so do your best to cut clean slices and then transfer them quickly into the baking dish. Don’t worry if they don’t look uniform, the cinnamon rolls will rise during baking and won’t be so wonky.
Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your cinnamon rolls as the suggested baking time approaches.
The cream cheese frosting is optional, or you may not use all of the frosting. You can also serve the frosting alongside the cinnamon rolls for those who want a little “extra.”
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