Lemon Sugar Rolls with Vanilla Cream Cheese Icing As seen on Half Baked Harvest Bookmark recipe Print recipe Download recipe Share Total Time 2 hours and 10 minutes Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Rating 4.38 out of 5 stars (379) Ingredients 12 servings 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast3/4 cup warm whole milk2 tablespoons honey3 1/2 - 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting1/4 teaspoon cardamom1/2 teaspoon kosher salt3 large eggs, at room temperature1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted2-3 tablespoons lemon zest3/4 cup granulated sugar6 tablespoons salted butter at room temperature, plus more for greasing8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature4 tablespoons softened butter, at room temperature1/2-1 cup powdered sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract Calories AmericanDessertsKid-FriendlyBakingDairyEggsBreakfastIntermediateSpringSummerBrunchGrainsSweetCreamy ... How would you rate this recipe? 1 stars 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Preparation Inline ingredients (beta) Cook mode Click to complete Step 1 1. To make the dough. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the milk, yeast, and honey. Let sit 5-10 minutes, until bubbly on top. Add 3 ½ cups flour, the cardamom, salt, eggs, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon lemon zest. Using the dough hook, mix until the flour is completely incorporated, about 4-5 minutes. If the dough seems sticky, add the remaining ½ cup of flour.2. Cover the bowl and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.3. To make the filling. In a small bowl, combine the sugar and the remaining 1-2 tablespoons lemon zest. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment. 4. Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Turn out the dough, punch it down, and roll it into a rectangle about 10 x 16 inches. Spread 6 tablespoons softened butter evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the lemon sugar evenly over the butter and lightly push into the butter. Starting with the long edge closest to you, carefully roll the dough into a log, keeping it fairly tight as you go. When you reach the edge, pinch along the edge to seal. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12-16 rolls. Place the rolls in the prepared baking dish. Cover and let rise 20-30 minutes or transfer to the fridge to rise overnight (see notes).5. Preheat the oven to 375° F. Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown.6. Meanwhile, make the icing. Beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until light and creamy.7. Spread the icing over the warm rolls. Serve warm and enjoy!