Description
Buttery, flaky cinnamon rolls layered with ripe peaches, tangy lemon zest, and warm spices. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these rolls balance sweet and savory notes with a crunchy streusel topping. Naturally customizable for dietary needs.
Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 cup whole milk, room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to 1/2 cup for very ripe peaches)
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (omit if using salted butter)
5 cups thawed frozen peaches, ¼ inch pieces (or 2 lbs fresh peaches, peeled and sliced in summer)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup flour for streusel
3 tablespoons unsalted butter for streusel
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine 4 cups flour, 3/4 cup sugar, 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg. Add 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt if using unsalted butter.
In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 of the softened butter (4 tablespoons), and 1/2 of the sugar (3/8 cup). Gradually add wet ingredients to dry flour mixture and mix until dough forms.
Roll dough into a rectangle (12×16 inches). Spread 1/2 of the softened butter (4 tablespoons) evenly over dough, then sprinkle 1/2 of the thawed peaches and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
Roll dough tightly into a log and slice into 18 equal rolls.
Place rolls in a lined baking dish, top with remaining peaches and 3 tablespoons butter. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35 minutes.
While baking, whisk 1 tablespoon lemon juice with 1/4 teaspoon remaining cinnamon for a syrupy glaze. Retrieve pan, brush glaze on top, and sprinkle streusel made from 1/2 cup flour and 3 tablespoons butter mixed with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Return to oven for 5-7 minutes until golden.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Ensure peaches are thawed to room temperature before using
For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with 4 cups gluten-free blend + 1 tablespoon tapioca flour
Adjust spices: try adding cardamom or cloves for holiday variation
Streusel topping stores best in an airtight container
Rolls can be frozen unbaked for future use
- Prep Time: 40
- Cook Time: 42
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
