Pink Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls Recipe (Soft & Fluffy)

Introduction

If you’re looking for a beautiful, soft and bakery-style cinnamon roll, these Pink Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls are perfect for you. They are fluffy, lightly pink, filled with tangy raspberry jam, lemon sugar, and topped with smooth cream cheese frosting. These rolls are ideal for Valentine’s Day, brunch, or special occasions.

Pink Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Ingredients
Dough

• ¾ cup warm milk (180 g)
• ¼ cup melted butter (57 g)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
• 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (7 g)
• 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
• 3–3¼ cups all-purpose flour (360–390 g)
• ¼ tsp salt
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Pink food coloring (optional)

Raspberry Filling

• 2 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water

Lemon Sugar

• ¾ cup granulated sugar (150 g)
• Zest of 2 lemons

Butter Layer

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113 g)

Cream Cheese Frosting

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1–1½ cups powdered sugar
• Pink food coloring (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

In a bowl, mix warm milk, 2 tbsp sugar, and yeast. Let it bloom for 5 minutes until foamy. Add melted butter, egg, egg yolk, lemon zest mixed with remaining sugar, and pink food coloring. Add flour and salt gradually and knead until soft and smooth. Cover and let rise for 1–1½ hours until doubled.

Step 2: Raspberry Filling

Cook raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until bubbly. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until thick and jam-like. Let it cool completely.

Step 3: Lemon Sugar

Rub sugar and lemon zest together with fingers until fragrant.

Step 4: Assemble

Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread butter evenly, sprinkle lemon sugar, and spoon raspberry filling over it. Cut into strips and roll tightly. Place in a lined baking dish.

Step 5: Bake

Let rolls rise for 30 minutes. Pour ⅓ cup heavy cream over the rolls. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden.

Step 6: Frosting

Whip butter, cream cheese, vanilla, powdered sugar, and food coloring until fluffy. Spread over warm (not hot) rolls.

Serving & Storage Tips

• Best served warm and fresh
• Store in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature
• Refrigerate for up to 4 days

Final Words

These Pink Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls are soft, flavorful, and visually stunning. Perfect for Valentine’s Day desserts, Pinterest recipes, or bakery-style treats at home.