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Irresistible Almond Sweet Rolls That Will Wow Your Guests

Deliciously soft and fluffy almond sweet rolls filled with a rich almond paste and topped with a sweet glaze, perfect for impressing guests at any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 cup milk warm
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling
  • 1/2 cup almond paste
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds for topping
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually add flour and mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
Make the Filling
  1. In a bowl, mix almond paste, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Assemble the Rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
  2. Spread the almond filling evenly over the dough. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
  3. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 8 equal pieces. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Rolls
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth.
Finish and Serve
  1. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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