Easy Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls - Sweet Roll Recipe for Breakfast or Dessert

Who says mornings have to be boring? These Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls are here to prove that breakfast can absolutely taste like dessert. Soft, fluffy dough swirled with sweet cinnamon filling and luscious blueberry jam? Yes, please! And just when you think it can’t get better—boom—blueberry cream cheese icing comes in for the win. This is not your average roll, folks.

Whether you're looking to impress on Mother’s Day, planning ahead for Valentine’s breakfast, or just want to jazz up a lazy weekend brunch, this Sweet Roll Recipe checks all the boxes. It’s simple enough for everyday cravings, but fancy enough to fool people into thinking you spent hours in the kitchen (spoiler alert: you didn’t).

Here’s the deal: the combo of cinnamon spice and jammy blueberries is magical. It’s like a cozy hug in edible form. And that blueberry cream cheese cinnamon rolls topping? Creamy, tangy, sweet perfection. You’ll be licking your fingers—don’t worry, we won’t judge.

Thinking of something a little extra? Try swapping in blueberry lavender cinnamon rolls for a fun floral twist, or hit it with a zesty kick and go for blueberry sweet rolls with lemon glaze. Either way, you’re winning.

Need inspo for your next brunch? Add this one to your go-to breakfast recipes sweet list. It also doubles as one of those no-fail blueberry desserts recipes that will have your guests begging for seconds (and the recipe).

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your jam, roll up those sleeves, and let’s make these blueberry cinnamon rolls easy enough to be your new obsession.

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Easy Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls - Sweet Roll Recipe for Breakfast or Dessert

Yield: 12 rolls
Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
Category: Dessert
Author: Aleda

These pillowy soft rolls are packed with sweet cinnamon goodness and homemade blueberry jam, then topped with a silky, blueberry-infused cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent dessert—these are rolls worth waking up for.

⏱️ Time Breakdown:

• Prep: 1 hour 30 mins
• Cook: 25 mins
• Rise/Rest: 1 hour 20 mins
• Total: 3 hours 15 mins

🛒 Ingredients

Dough

• 1 cup warm milk (around 110°F)
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

Blueberry Jam

• 16 oz blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar

Cinnamon Filling

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup packed light brown sugar
• ½ tbsp ground cinnamon

Blueberry Cream Cheese Icing

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
• 3 tbsp blueberry jam (from above)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Make the Dough: Warm the milk in the microwave for about a minute until it reaches 110°F. Stir in the yeast and let it activate—about 10 minutes. Crack the eggs into a separate bowl and beat lightly. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut the softened butter into cubes and work it into the flour mixture using your hands or a pastry cutter, until it resembles coarse crumbs (like small peas). Pour in the milk/yeast mixture and eggs. Using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together. Increase speed to medium and knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Preheat your oven to 200°F. Lightly grease a large bowl. Transfer the dough into the bowl, cover it with a clean towel, place it in the warm oven, turn the oven off, and prop the door open slightly. Let it rise for 1 hour until doubled.
2. Prepare the Jam: While the dough is rising, place blueberries and sugar into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently and let it simmer for 5–10 minutes until thickened into a jam-like consistency. You should end up with about 1 ¼ cups. If it’s runny, simmer a few more minutes. Set aside to cool completely in the fridge.
3. Make the Cinnamon Filling: In a bowl, beat the softened butter using a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy. Add in the brown sugar and cinnamon and mix until fully combined.
4. Assemble the Rolls: Lightly flour your work surface and roll the dough into a large rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, right up to the edges. Then, layer ¾ cup of the blueberry jam over the cinnamon mixture. Starting from the shorter side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Trim off the uneven ends, then use a serrated knife to slice the log into 12 even pieces—saw gently to keep those beautiful swirls intact. Grease a 9x13 or 9x14 inch baking dish. Arrange the rolls in the pan, cover with a towel, and let them rise for 20 minutes while the oven preheats to 375°F.
5. Bake: Bake the rolls for 28–30 minutes, or until golden on top and baked through.
6. Make the Icing: While the rolls bake, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Mix in the powdered sugar, then the vanilla and 3 tablespoons of the reserved blueberry jam. The icing will turn a gorgeous purple!
7. Finish & Serve: Once the rolls are out of the oven, spread the icing on top while they’re still warm so it melts slightly into all the nooks and crannies. Let them sit for 5 minutes—then dig in!

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