Peanut Butter & Jelly Swirl Rolls
Indulge in these delightful Peanut Butter & Jelly Swirl Rolls that are sure to satisfy any peanut lover's sweet tooth. Made with a soft and fluffy dough infused with creamy peanut butter, these rolls are swirled with crunchy chopped peanuts and a hint of grape jelly, all topped off with a luscious peanut butter frosting. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional rolls. Whether you’re serving them fresh from the oven or enjoying them the next day, they’re bound to become a family favorite.
18
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-Purpose Flour
4 1/2-5 cups (Measured and sifted)
Sugar
1/2 cup (Granulated)
Salt
2 teaspoons (Kosher or table salt)
Active Dry Yeast
2 packets (Proofed)
Milk
2 cups (Warmed to 120-130°F)
Peanut Butter
1/2 cup (Creamy or crunchy)
Chopped Peanuts
1 cup (Finely chopped)
Grape Jelly
6 tablespoons (For filling)
Powdered Sugar
1 cup (For frosting)
Peanut Butter (for frosting)
2 tablespoons (Creamy)
Milk (for frosting)
1-2 tablespoons (For drizzling consistency)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, salt, and active dry yeast. Mix well to combine.
2
In a small saucepan, heat 2 cups of milk until warm (between 120°F to 130°F). Pour the warm milk into the flour mixture along with 1/2 cup of peanut butter.
3
Blend the mixture on low speed until the ingredients are moistened, then beat for 3 minutes at medium speed until well combined.
4
Gradually stir in an additional 2 to 2 1/4 cups of flour by hand until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
5
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead in 1/2 to 3/4 cup of flour until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
6
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it loosely with plastic wrap and a cloth towel, and let it rise in a warm place (80°F - 85°F) until it has doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
7
Grease two 9-inch square or round cake pans and set aside.
8
Once the dough has risen, punch it down several times to remove any air bubbles. Shape the dough into a ball and roll it out into an 18x12-inch rectangle on a floured surface.
9
Sprinkle the chopped peanuts evenly over the rectangle, then begin rolling the dough tightly from the 18-inch side. Press the edges to seal the roll.
10
Cut the rolled dough into 18 equal slices and place them in the greased pans.
11
Make a deep thumbprint in the center of each roll and fill with 1 teaspoon of grape jelly.
12
Cover the rolls and let them rise again in a warm place until they are light and doubled in size, about 30 to 45 minutes.
13
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Once the rolls have risen, uncover them and bake for 25 to 35 minutes or until they are golden brown.
14
Allow the rolls to cool in the pans for about 5 minutes before carefully removing them and placing them on wire racks to cool completely.
15
In a small bowl, blend the frosting ingredients together, adjusting the amount of milk until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
16
Drizzle the peanut butter frosting over the cooled rolls before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Peanut Butter & Jelly Swirl Rolls?
They are soft, fluffy yeast rolls infused with peanut butter, filled with chopped peanuts and grape jelly, and finished with a peanut butter frosting.
How many rolls does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 18 equal-sized rolls.
What temperature should the milk be for the dough?
The milk should be warmed to between 120°F and 130°F to properly activate the active dry yeast.
What kind of yeast is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 packets of active dry yeast.
How much peanut butter is needed for the dough?
You will need 1/2 cup of creamy or crunchy peanut butter for the dough mixture.
How long does the first dough rise take?
The dough needs to rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, which typically takes about 1 hour.
What is the recommended temperature for the dough to rise?
An ideal warm place for the dough to rise is between 80°F and 85°F.
What type of flour should I use?
The recipe uses 4 1/2 to 5 cups of all-purpose flour, measured and sifted.
How do I prepare the chopped peanuts?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of peanuts that are finely chopped to be sprinkled over the dough.
What size should the dough be rolled into?
After punching down the dough, roll it out into an 18x12-inch rectangle on a floured surface.
How do I add the grape jelly to the rolls?
Make a deep thumbprint in the center of each sliced roll and fill it with 1 teaspoon of grape jelly.
How much grape jelly is needed for the whole recipe?
A total of 6 tablespoons of grape jelly is used for the filling.
How long is the second rise?
The second rise, after the rolls are shaped and filled, takes about 30 to 45 minutes.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F before baking the rolls.
How long do the rolls bake in the oven?
Bake the rolls for 25 to 35 minutes or until they reach a golden brown color.
What kind of pans should I use for baking?
You should use two 9-inch square or round cake pans that have been greased.
How long should the rolls cool before I remove them from the pans?
Allow them to cool in the pans for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
How do I make the peanut butter frosting?
Blend 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter, and 1-2 tablespoons of milk.
When should I apply the frosting?
Drizzle the frosting over the rolls after they have cooled completely on wire racks.
How do I adjust the frosting's consistency?
Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
Can I use crunchy peanut butter in the dough?
Yes, the recipe allows for either creamy or crunchy peanut butter in the dough.
How long should I knead the dough?
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
How do I ensure the roll doesn't come apart during baking?
Roll the dough tightly from the 18-inch side and press the edges firmly to seal the roll.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Yeast Breads.
Can I use kosher salt?
Yes, you can use 2 teaspoons of either kosher or table salt.
What are some occasions to serve these rolls?
They are perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or as a dessert.
What should the dough look like before the first rise?
The dough should be well-combined, smooth, elastic, and pulling away from the sides of the bowl.
How do I remove air bubbles from the dough?
Once the dough has risen the first time, punch it down several times to release air bubbles.
How do I beat the dough during mixing?
Blend on low speed until moistened, then beat for 3 minutes at medium speed.
What do I cover the dough with while it rises?
Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and a cloth towel.