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Strawberry Rhubarb Basil Jam Rolls


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes to 3 hours
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

As a passionate home cook, I find joy in creating recipes that not only tantalize the taste buds but also tell a story. One sunny afternoon, while rummaging through my garden, I stumbled upon a delightful combination of strawberries and rhubarb, both bursting with flavor. The idea of pairing these two fruits with a hint of fresh basil sparked my imagination. I could almost hear the sweet melody of summer in my kitchen as I envisioned the creation of my Strawberry Rhubarb Basil Jam Rolls.


Ingredients

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  • Sweet Roll Dough:
    • 2 packages dry instant yeast
    • 1 cup whole milk
    • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 eggs, room temperature
    • 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
    • 4 ½4 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Strawberry Rhubarb Basil Jam:
    • 1 ½ cups strawberries, sliced
    • 1 ½ cups rhubarb, sliced
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 12 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
  • Filling:
    • 1 cup strawberry rhubarb basil jam
    • ½ cup butter
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tsp lemon zest
    • ½ tsp cinnamon
    • 1 tbsp flour
  • Vanilla Bean Glaze:
    • 2 cups icing sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
    • ¼ cup milk (plus more if needed)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough by combining yeast with sugar and warm milk, letting it sit until frothy.
  2. Make the Strawberry Rhubarb Basil Jam by cooking the fruits with lemon juice and sugars until thickened.
  3. Assemble the rolls by rolling out the dough, spreading the filling, and adding the jam before rolling it up.
  4. Bake the rolls in a preheated oven until golden brown and puffed.

Notes

  • Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Check yeast freshness for optimal rise.
  • Allow dough to rise in a warm, draft-free area.
  • Store leftover jam in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Adjust glaze consistency with milk as needed.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 250-300
  • Sugar: 10-12 grams
  • Fat: 10-12 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 38-40 grams
  • Fiber: 1-2 grams
  • Protein: 4-5 grams