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Top-down view of peanut butter and jelly rolls in a pan, with a vanilla glaze being drizzled over the slightly cooled rolls, creating a glossy finish.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Rolls

These fluffy peanut butter and jelly rolls are swirled with sweet flavors and topped with a vanilla glaze, creating a nostalgic and indulgent treat.
Prep Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 467 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • 9x13 baking pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pkg. active dry yeast
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 egg

Filling:

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup jelly

Glaze:

  • 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3-4 Tbs milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
    Top-down view of flour, sugar, and salt being mixed in a large bowl with a saucepan of milk and butter cooling beside it, ready for yeast to be added.
  • Melt butter and milk in a saucepan or microwave until warm. Let cool to 110°F, then add yeast to proof.
  • Add the milk mixture and egg to the flour mixture. Stir, adding flour ½ cup at a time until dough forms.
    Top-down view of dough being kneaded by hand on a floured surface, focusing on its smooth and elastic texture.
  • Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Let rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size.
  • Roll dough into a 12"x15" rectangle. Spread peanut butter and jelly evenly over it.
    Top-down view of peanut butter and jelly being spread evenly over a rolled-out dough rectangle on a floured surface.
  • Roll dough tightly and cut into 12 rolls. Place in a greased 9"x13" pan and let rise until doubled.
    Top-down view of sliced peanut butter and jelly rolls being placed into a greased baking pan, showing the swirl of filling inside each roll.
  • Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly.
    Top-down view of peanut butter and jelly rolls baking in the oven, turning golden brown and soft in texture.
  • Mix glaze ingredients, adjusting milk for desired consistency. Spread over warm rolls and serve.
    Top-down view of peanut butter and jelly rolls in a pan, with a vanilla glaze being drizzled over the slightly cooled rolls, creating a glossy finish.