Soft Vegan Raspberry Sweet Rolls With a Jammy Swirl

I baked this Vegan Raspberry Sweet Rolls for my friend’s dinner party last weekend. The raspberry swirled jammy through the dough, and my book club liked them.

Fluffy Vegan Raspberry Sweet Rolls

These sweet rolls are enveloped in a rich, vegan dough and generously swirled with tart raspberry jam. The rolls are baked until golden brown and are perfect for serving at brunch or enjoying as a sweet snack any time of the day. This recipe yields 12 rolls and takes about 2 hours to prepare and bake.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk), warmed
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for added brightness)
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the warmed almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
3. Form the Dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Rolls: Once risen, roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 12×16 inches). Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Roll and Slice: Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough into a log. Cut the roll into 12 equal pieces.
7. Second Rise: Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
8. Bake the Rolls: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Cool and Serve: Allow the rolls to cool for a few minutes, then dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 1 hour
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 rolls
• Calories: 180kcal
• Fat: 6g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

I store the rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. The stay soft, and I warm gently before serving.