Here’s a full recipe for homemade Rhubarb Sweet Rolls – soft, fluffy rolls filled with sweet-tart rhubarb and topped with a creamy glaze.
Rhubarb Sweet Rolls
Ingredients
For the dough:
1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, room temperature
½ tsp salt
4 – 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
For the rhubarb filling:
3 cups rhubarb, diced (fresh or frozen, if frozen thaw and drain)
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
2 tbsp butter, softened
For the glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp cream or milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prepare the dough
In a large mixing bowl, stir warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Add remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Mix well.
Gradually add flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
Knead on a floured surface (or mixer with dough hook) for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1 ½ hours, until doubled.
2. Make the rhubarb filling
In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, sugar, and cornstarch.
Cook over medium heat until thickened and rhubarb is tender (8–10 minutes). Stir in vanilla and cinnamon if using.
Let filling cool completely before using.
3. Assemble the rolls
Punch down risen dough and roll into a 12×18-inch rectangle.
Spread softened butter over dough.
Evenly spread cooled rhubarb filling on top.
Roll dough tightly from the long side into a log.
Slice into 12–15 rolls and place into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cover and let rise another 30–45 minutes, until puffy.
4. Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.
5. Glaze
Whisk together powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over warm rolls.
Serving Suggestion
Best served warm with coffee or tea. Can be stored covered at room temp for 2 days, or refrigerated for 4–5 days. Reheat before serving for the fluffiest texture.
