Best Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls – Golden, Gooey, & Irresistible

Craving golden, gooey blueberry cinnamon rolls? This easy, homemade recipe is better than takeout and ready in under 30 minutes. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly golden, fluffy rolls every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta and Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings.

What You'll Need for Best Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls – Golden, Gooey, & Irresistible

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: Cream cheese frosting, for serving

How to Make Best Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls – Golden, Gooey, & Irresistible

1. Prepare the blueberry filling: In a small bowl, mix together blueberries, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Set aside.
2. Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, unroll the pizza dough and press it into a 12×8-inch rectangle.
3. Spread the filling: Brush the melted butter over the dough, then spread the blueberry filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
4. Roll up the dough: Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough to form a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
5. Cut the rolls: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls.
6. Bake the rolls: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Prepare the frosting: While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk or powdered sugar as needed to reach your desired consistency.
8. Serve the rolls: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle the frosting over the rolls and serve immediately.

Storing & Reheating Best Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls – Golden, Gooey, & Irresistible

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the blueberry filling and roll out the dough up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the fridge until ready to assemble and bake.

Freezing Best Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls – Golden, Gooey, & Irresistible

Freeze baked and cooled rolls in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat leftover rolls in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat leftover rolls in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful not to overheat as they can become tough.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a golden crust, brush the tops of the rolls with a little bit of milk before baking.
• Best substitution: If fresh blueberries aren't in season, frozen blueberries work just as well. Thaw them before using.
• Make-ahead: These rolls are best enjoyed fresh, but you can make them up to 1 day ahead and reheat in the oven before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are sticking to the pan, make sure to grease it well before adding the rolls.

Best Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls – Golden, Gooey, & Irresistible

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Prep

15 minutes

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Cook

25 minutes

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Total

40 minutes

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Serves

12 rolls

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Seasonings

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

• Cream cheese frosting, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the blueberry filling: In a small bowl, mix together blueberries, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Set aside.
2. Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, unroll the pizza dough and press it into a 12×8-inch rectangle.
3. Spread the filling: Brush the melted butter over the dough, then spread the blueberry filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
4. Roll up the dough: Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough to form a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
5. Cut the rolls: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls.
6. Bake the rolls: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Prepare the frosting: While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk or powdered sugar as needed to reach your desired consistency.
8. Serve the rolls: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle the frosting over the rolls and serve immediately.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a golden crust, brush the tops of the rolls with a little bit of milk before baking.
• Best substitution: If fresh blueberries aren't in season, frozen blueberries work just as well. Thaw them before using.
• Make-ahead: These rolls are best enjoyed fresh, but you can make them up to 1 day ahead and reheat in the oven before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are sticking to the pan, make sure to grease it well before adding the rolls.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze baked and cooled rolls in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
• Oven reheat: Reheat leftover rolls in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat leftover rolls in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful not to overheat as they can become tough.
• Make ahead: Prepare the blueberry filling and roll out the dough up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the fridge until ready to assemble and bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 15g
• Sodium: 200mg
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Best Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls – Golden, Gooey, & Irresistible and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!