{"id":14087,"date":"2025-03-11T14:31:40","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T20:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/?p=14087"},"modified":"2025-03-11T14:41:53","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T20:41:53","slug":"custard-raisin-rolls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/","title":{"rendered":"Custard Raisin Rolls"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Custard Raisin Rolls<\/strong>\u2014for when you want something <em>sweet, buttery, and indulgent<\/em>, but also want to pretend you\u2019re making a sophisticated European pastry instead of just eating cake for breakfast.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #343434;color:#343434\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #343434;color:#343434\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#Why_Youll_Love_These_Rolls_Besides_the_Fact_That_Theyre_Delicious\" >Why You\u2019ll Love These Rolls (Besides the Fact That They\u2019re Delicious)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#Before_You_Start_%E2%80%93_Pro_Tips_for_Success\" >Before You Start \u2013 Pro Tips for Success<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#How_to_Make_Them_aka_Youre_Almost_There\" >How to Make Them (a.k.a. You\u2019re Almost There)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#Go_Forth_and_Bake\" >Go Forth and Bake!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#More_Delicious_Rolls_To_Try\" >More Delicious Rolls To Try<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#Subscribe_receive_a_FREE_Comfort_Food_Recipe_Book\" >Subscribe &amp; receive a FREE Comfort Food Recipe Book!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 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\"><span class=\"dpsp-network-icon-inner\" ><svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 23 32\"><path d=\"M0 10.656q0-1.92 0.672-3.616t1.856-2.976 2.72-2.208 3.296-1.408 3.616-0.448q2.816 0 5.248 1.184t3.936 3.456 1.504 5.12q0 1.728-0.32 3.36t-1.088 3.168-1.792 2.656-2.56 1.856-3.392 0.672q-1.216 0-2.4-0.576t-1.728-1.568q-0.16 0.704-0.48 2.016t-0.448 1.696-0.352 1.28-0.48 1.248-0.544 1.12-0.832 1.408-1.12 1.536l-0.224 0.096-0.16-0.192q-0.288-2.816-0.288-3.36 0-1.632 0.384-3.68t1.184-5.152 0.928-3.616q-0.576-1.152-0.576-3.008 0-1.504 0.928-2.784t2.368-1.312q1.088 0 1.696 0.736t0.608 1.824q0 1.184-0.768 3.392t-0.8 3.36q0 1.12 0.8 1.856t1.952 0.736q0.992 0 1.824-0.448t1.408-1.216 0.992-1.696 0.672-1.952 0.352-1.984 0.128-1.792q0-3.072-1.952-4.8t-5.12-1.728q-3.552 0-5.952 2.304t-2.4 5.856q0 0.8 0.224 1.536t0.48 1.152 0.48 0.832 0.224 0.544q0 0.48-0.256 1.28t-0.672 0.8q-0.032 0-0.288-0.032-0.928-0.288-1.632-0.992t-1.088-1.696-0.576-1.92-0.192-1.92z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span>\n\t<span class=\"dpsp-network-label dpsp-network-hide-label-mobile\">Pin this recipe for later!<\/span><\/button><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>These rolls are <strong>soft, pillowy, and stuffed with a rich vanilla custard<\/strong>, because let\u2019s be honest\u2014raisins on their own aren\u2019t pulling their weight. (Yes, I know raisins are divisive. No, I don\u2019t want to hear about it. Just swap them for chocolate chips and move on.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-tip-box style-fave\" id=\"block_2dbd4cb5516ec070f153dfd29af82a8a\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Youll_Love_These_Rolls_Besides_the_Fact_That_Theyre_Delicious\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tWhy You\u2019ll Love These Rolls (Besides the Fact That They\u2019re Delicious)\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"section-description\"><ul>\n<li><strong>The dough is soft, fluffy, and foolproof.<\/strong> It\u2019s my simplified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/cinnabons-cinnamon-rolls\/\">cinnamon roll dough<\/a>, so you don\u2019t need a degree in pastry arts to pull this off.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The custard is homemade but easy.<\/strong> No fussy tempering, no curdled disasters\u2014just silky, creamy perfection.<\/li>\n<li><strong>They look impressive. <\/strong>Like something you\u2019d buy at a fancy bakery, but without the $6 price tag and judgmental barista.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35.jpg\" alt=\"a custard raisin roll on a black plate, half eaten, dusted with icing sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-14237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-730x913.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-180x225.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-177x221.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-35-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-before-you-start-pro-tips-for-success\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_You_Start_%E2%80%93_Pro_Tips_for_Success\"><\/span>Before You Start \u2013 Pro Tips for Success<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alright, let\u2019s set you up for <strong>pastry perfection<\/strong> before you accidentally turn these into a sticky, custard-leaking disaster. Follow these tips, and you\u2019ll get <strong>soft, bakery-style rolls<\/strong> that make you look like you <em>totally<\/em> know what you\u2019re doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1200\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"ingredients needed to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-175x140.jpg 175w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-730x584.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-400x320.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-200x160.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-180x144.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-177x142.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-ingredients-150x120.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-dough-soft-fluffy-and-worth-the-wait\">The Dough \u2013 Soft, Fluffy, and Worth the Wait<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a <strong>rich dough<\/strong>, meaning it\u2019s got butter, eggs, and sugar. Translation? It\u2019s soft, slightly sweet, and takes its time rising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Yeast matters<\/strong> \u2013 Use <strong>active dry yeast<\/strong> and let it proof first. If it doesn\u2019t get foamy, your yeast is <strong>dead<\/strong> (RIP), and no amount of wishful thinking will save it. Start over.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flour absorption varies<\/strong> \u2013 The dough should be <strong>soft and slightly sticky<\/strong>, not dry. If it\u2019s too dry, add a <strong>tiny splash of milk.<\/strong> If it&#8217;s too wet, add a bit <strong>more flour<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cold kitchen?<\/strong> Let the dough rise in a slightly warm oven. (Turn it on for a <em>minute<\/em>, turn it off, and let the dough do its thing inside.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How long does it take to rise?<\/strong> <strong>First rise<\/strong> \u2013 About <strong>1 hour<\/strong>, or until doubled in size. Be patient. <strong>Second rise<\/strong> \u2013 Another <strong>20 minutes<\/strong> after rolling and slicing. This final puff-up is what makes them <strong>light and airy<\/strong> instead of dense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-custard\">The Custard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Listen, if you\u2019ve never made <strong>homemade custard<\/strong>, don\u2019t panic. This method is <strong>fail-proof<\/strong> and gives you a <strong>thick, creamy, velvety<\/strong> filling that\u2019s <strong>way better<\/strong> than anything from a box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Custard powder?<\/strong> Yep. It\u2019s a shortcut, and it works <em>beautifully<\/em>. Bird\u2019s  makes a great one, or you can make your own custard from scratch, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/vanilla-custard\/\">here&#8217;s my recipe<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mix the powder with a little milk first<\/strong> \u2013 This prevents lumps before you add it to the hot milk. (<em>Lumpy custard is not the vibe.<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool it completely before using<\/strong> \u2013 Warm custard = <strong>melty disaster<\/strong> when you try to roll the dough. Trust me.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-raisins-let-s-talk-about-it\">The Raisins \u2013 Let\u2019s Talk About It<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Look, I get it. Raisins are <strong>controversial.<\/strong> Some people love them, some people would rather eat cardboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>I like raisins. Some of you don\u2019t. That\u2019s fine, but <strong>don\u2019t just leave them out\u2014swap them for chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or chopped nuts.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soak them first<\/strong> \u2013 Even if you <em>like<\/em> raisins, soaking them in <strong>warm rum, orange juice, or hot water<\/strong> makes them plump, juicy, and actually enjoyable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rolling-amp-slicing-without-the-mess\">Rolling &amp; Slicing Without the Mess<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s where things can <strong>get messy fast.<\/strong> But don\u2019t worry\u2014I\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Roll the dough evenly<\/strong> \u2013 <strong>Not too thin, not too thick.<\/strong> About 16 inches square is perfect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overfill<\/strong> the rolls unless you want custard explosions in your oven.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>dental floss<\/strong> (unflavored, please) to slice them cleanly\u2014<strong>knives tend to squish the dough.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31.jpg\" alt=\"a few custard raisin rolls on a dark plate, dusted with icing sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-14241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-730x913.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-180x225.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-177x221.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-31-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-tip\" id=\"block_e1deb3423aa898682a9c99735c3b15df\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_Them_aka_Youre_Almost_There\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tHow to Make Them (a.k.a. You\u2019re Almost There)\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>These rolls are <strong>bakery-level good<\/strong>, but a few small tricks will take them from <em>&#8220;these are nice&#8221;<\/em> to <em>&#8220;WHY have I never made these before?!&#8221;<\/em> Plus, I\u2019ve got <strong>step-by-step photos<\/strong> to make sure you nail every part of the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_f4f07c9d515df8e2c9df369c90f849e0\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tMake the Dough &#038; Let It Rise\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-1-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Proof the yeast<\/strong> \u2013 Mix warm milk, a little sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Give it 5 minutes to get <em>frothy and bubbly<\/em>. If nothing happens? Your yeast is probably dead, and this is your first opportunity to start over before ruining the whole recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-2-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mix the dough<\/strong> \u2013 Eggs, melted butter, sugar, and salt go in next, followed by the flour. Stir until a <strong>sticky dough forms.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Knead until smooth<\/strong> \u2013 About <strong>8\u201310 minutes<\/strong> of kneading (<em>or let your stand mixer do the work while you scroll on your phone<\/em>). You\u2019re aiming for <strong>soft and slightly tacky, but not gluey.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-3-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First rise \u2013 let it double<\/strong> \u2013 Cover and let it sit for <strong>1 hour<\/strong>, or until it looks like it\u2019s trying to escape the bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> If your kitchen is cold, let the dough rise in a <em>barely<\/em> warm oven (just turn it on for a minute, then turn it off).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_4becb32b80c6736eaa5b8f323c3bf78b\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tMake the Custard (a.k.a. The Good Stuff)\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-4-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Whisk the custard powder with a bit of milk first<\/strong> \u2013 This prevents lumps. You want a smooth paste, not weird clumps floating in hot milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-5-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Heat the milk &amp; sugar<\/strong> \u2013 Bring it to a gentle simmer, then slowly whisk in your custard mixture. Stir like your life depends on it \u2013 It\u2019ll thicken in <strong>minutes<\/strong>, and once it does, remove from heat and stir in <strong>vanilla.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-6-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cool completely<\/strong> \u2013 If you spread warm custard on the dough, it will melt and turn into a custard crime scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shortcut Option:<\/strong> If you\u2019re feeling lazy, you <em>could<\/em> use store-bought vanilla pudding\u2026 but trust me, <strong>homemade is next-level.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_2e59e7fd27afbcfdae53e0b663f1bca0\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tRoll, Fill &#038; Slice\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-7-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Roll out the dough<\/strong> \u2013 Lightly flour your surface and roll it into <strong>a 16-inch square.<\/strong> Too thick? The rolls won\u2019t bake evenly. Too thin? They\u2019ll be <em>flimsy and sad<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-8-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spread the cooled custard<\/strong> \u2013 <em>Evenly<\/em>, but <strong>leave a little border<\/strong> at the edges, or you\u2019ll end up with a mess when rolling. <strong>Sprinkle the raisins<\/strong> \u2013 Or swap for chocolate chips, nuts, or whatever makes you happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-9-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Roll it up tightly<\/strong> \u2013 Start from the long edge and roll like you\u2019re making <strong>cinnamon rolls.<\/strong> <strong>Slice into 12 pieces<\/strong> \u2013 Here\u2019s where <strong>dental floss<\/strong> works magic! Slide it under the roll, cross the ends over the top, and pull tight for a perfect, clean cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Knife users beware:<\/strong> Pressing down with a knife can <strong>squish the dough<\/strong>, so use a <em>gentle sawing motion<\/em> if you go that route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_7b5f632b2ea5e1ff477d45c971d1ec42\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tLet Them Rise Again\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-10-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Place in a greased 9\u00d713-inch pan<\/strong> \u2013 Leave a little space between them so they have room to puff up. <strong>Cover and let them rise for 20 minutes<\/strong> \u2013 Not as long as the first rise, but this final proofing gives them that soft, bakery-style texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Running out of time?<\/strong> You can cover and refrigerate overnight, then bake fresh in the morning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_37f5760ebf4991a06995e867258210c1\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tBake to Golden Perfection\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-11-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brush with egg wash<\/strong> \u2013 This makes them golden and shiny, instead of looking pale and sad. <strong>Sprinkle with almonds<\/strong> \u2013 They\u2019ll toast beautifully in the oven, adding a little crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make custard raisin rolls.\" class=\"wp-image-14243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-224x140.jpg 224w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-process-shots-12-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bake at 375\u00b0F for about 20 minutes<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019re looking for golden brown on top, perfectly cooked inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ovens vary!<\/strong> Start checking at <strong>15 minutes<\/strong>\u2014you want them golden, not burned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_52365772c668b48ebd7673a92ea4a0d2\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tFinishing Touches \u2013 Because We\u2019re Fancy Like That\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33.jpg\" alt=\"a few custard raisin rolls on a dark plate, dusted with icing sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-14239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-730x913.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-180x225.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-177x221.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-33-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let them cool slightly<\/strong> \u2013 I know, waiting is hard. But custard straight out of the oven is basically lava.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dust with powdered sugar<\/strong> \u2013 This makes them look like something from a Parisian bakery, even if you made them in your pajamas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best served warm<\/strong> \u2013 But let\u2019s be real, they\u2019re <em>also<\/em> amazing straight from the fridge at midnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><h2 class=\"custom-faq-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724043570\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why is my dough not rising?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Because yeast has <em>one<\/em> job, and yours is apparently on strike. Here\u2019s what could be going wrong:<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Your yeast is dead.<\/strong> If it didn\u2019t get foamy when proofing, toss it and start over. (<em>Yes, really. No, it won\u2019t magically work later.<\/em>)<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Your kitchen is freezing.<\/strong> Yeast hates the cold. Pop the dough into a <em>just barely<\/em> warm oven, and it\u2019ll behave.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You rushed the rise time.<\/strong> Dough takes time, and <strong>impatience is the enemy of fluffiness.<\/strong><\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724161215\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yep! Just skip the proofing step and <strong>mix it straight into the flour.<\/strong> No changes to rise time needed.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724174791\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">My custard is lumpy\u2014help!<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ah, the dreaded <em>custard clumps<\/em>. A few possible culprits:<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You didn\u2019t whisk the custard powder with cold milk first.<\/strong> This step prevents those weird floating bits.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You dumped it all in at once.<\/strong> Gradually whisk it in while stirring constantly like your life depends on it.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You walked away for \u2018just a second.\u2019<\/strong> Custard thickens <strong>fast.<\/strong> This is not the time for distractions.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724203102\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make these ahead of time?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! Two options:<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Overnight method:<\/strong> Assemble the rolls, cover, and refrigerate <strong>uncooked<\/strong> overnight. Let them sit at room temp for <strong>30 minutes<\/strong> in the morning before baking.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Fully baked method:<\/strong> Bake, let them cool, then <strong>warm them up for 10 minutes at 300\u00b0F<\/strong> when ready to serve.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724222150\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I freeze them?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u2714 <strong>Unbaked:<\/strong> Roll, slice, and freeze them <strong>before<\/strong> the second rise. When ready to bake, thaw overnight in the fridge, let rise, then bake as usual.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Baked:<\/strong> Cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven or microwave (<em>but not too long, unless you want molten custard<\/em>).<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724245934\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use store-bought custard instead?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Technically, yes. But <strong>why would you do that<\/strong> when homemade custard is so easy and <strong>a million times better?<\/strong> Just saying.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724261224\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I keep them soft for longer?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u2714 <strong>Store in an airtight container<\/strong> at room temp for <strong>up to 2 days<\/strong> (but let\u2019s be real, they won\u2019t last that long).<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Reheat for 10 seconds in the microwave<\/strong> to bring back that fresh-baked magic.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1741724286894\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What do I serve these with?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u2714 <strong>Coffee or tea<\/strong> (<em>because duh<\/em>).<br\/>\u2714 <strong>A big brunch spread<\/strong> (<em>if you want to impress people<\/em>).<br\/>\u2714 <strong>A quiet moment alone with your thoughts<\/strong> (<em>highly underrated<\/em>).<\/p> <\/details> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" data-pin-description=\"Soft, pillowy Custard Raisin Rolls swirled with homemade vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Buttery, creamy, and bakery-worthy\u2014without the bakery price! Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a sweet anytime treat. Pin now, bake later!\n\ud83d\udccc #CustardRaisinRolls #BakeryStylePastry #HomemadePastry #SweetRolls #BrunchRecipes\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34.jpg\" alt=\"a custard raisin roll on a black plate dusted with icing sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-14238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-730x913.jpg 730w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-180x225.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-177x221.jpg 177w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/custard-raisin-rolls-1-34-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-go-forth-and-bake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_Forth_and_Bake\"><\/span>Go Forth and Bake!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These <strong>Custard Raisin Rolls<\/strong> are soft, creamy, and just fancy enough to make you feel like a <strong>pastry genius.<\/strong> And if you make these and <em>still<\/em> get complaints about raisins? 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Rolls<\/strong> are like cinnamon rolls, but fancier! Soft, fluffy dough swirled with creamy homemade custard and sweet raisins, then baked to golden perfection. Topped with crunchy almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar, they\u2019re bakery-worthy but totally doable at home. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or when you just need a little pastry magic in your life!<\/span><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-info-columns\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-hours\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">3<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Rising Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-content\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-content-buttons\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"social\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wprm_print\/custard-raisin-rolls\" style=\"color: ;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal\" 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wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"14088\" data-servings=\"12\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Dough (Simplified Cinnamon Roll Dough):<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3\u00bd&#032;cups&#032;all-purpose flour\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bc&#032;cup&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2\u00bc&#032;teaspoons&#032;active dry yeast\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">active dry yeast<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;teaspoon&#032;salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;cup&#032;warm milk&#032;about 110\u00b0F\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">warm milk<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">about 110\u00b0F<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;large &#032;eggs&#032;at room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">large <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">eggs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u2153&#032;cup&#032;unsalted butter&#032;melted\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u2153<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Filling:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00be&#032;cup&#032;raisins\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">raisins<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Custard:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;cups&#032;milk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">milk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3&#032;tablespoons&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u2153&#032;cup&#032;custard powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u2153<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">custard powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;teaspoon&#032;vanilla extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vanilla extract<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Glaze and Topping:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd &#032;egg beaten with 1 teaspoon milk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">egg beaten with 1 teaspoon milk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;tablespoons&#032;almond &#032;slices or flakes\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">almond <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">slices or flakes<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tablespoon&#032;powdered sugar&#032;for dusting\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">powdered sugar<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">for dusting<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-14088 wprm-unit-conversion-container-links wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"14088\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"14088\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-14088-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-14088-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"14088\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul style=\"--wprm-advanced-list-background: #343434;--wprm-advanced-list-size: 22px;--wprm-advanced-list-text-size: 10px;\" class=\"wprm-advanced-list wprm-advanced-list-reset wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a small bowl, combine the warm milk with 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar (taken from the \u00bc cup) and the active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted butter. Add the remaining granulated sugar and salt, then stir in the frothy yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a dough forms.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8\u201310 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a small bowl, mix the custard powder with a few tablespoons of milk to form a smooth slurry. In a saucepan, bring the remaining milk and granulated sugar to a boil. Gradually whisk in the slurry, stirring constantly over medium heat until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract if using, and allow the custard to cool completely.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle roughly 16 inches square. (If you prefer a thinner layer, aim for about \u215b to \u00bc inch thickness.)<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Evenly spread the cooled custard over the dough. Sprinkle the raisins (or your choice of add-ins) evenly over the custard layer.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 12 equal pieces. Place the slices 9&#215;13-inch baking dish, spacing them slightly apart.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Cover the pastries lightly with a clean kitchen towel and let them rest for about 20 minutes, allowing a final rise.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Preheat your oven to 375\u00b0F. Brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash (\u00bd beaten egg mixed with 1 teaspoon milk) and sprinkle 4 tablespoons of almond flakes evenly over them.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are nicely golden and cooked through.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-14088-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Remove from the oven and, while still warm, dust lightly with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar. Allow to cool slightly before serving.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"tips-notes\">\n\n\t\t\t<div id=\"recipe-14088-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Tips &amp; Notes:<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ol>\n<li><strong>Active dry yeast<\/strong> needs proofing (foamy, bubbly, alive). If nothing happens after 5 minutes, your yeast is dead. Start over.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Instant yeast? <\/strong>Skip the proofing and mix it straight into the flour\u2014easy!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dough Consistency<\/strong> &#8211; It should be soft, slightly sticky, but not gluey. If it\u2019s dry, add a tiny splash of milk. Too wet? A sprinkle of flour.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Knead properly<\/strong> \u2013 If using a stand mixer, 8 minutes on medium-low. By hand? 10 minutes of dough therapy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Custard \u2013 Smooth, Not Lumpy &#8211; <\/strong>Whisk the custard powder with cold milk first \u2013 prevents lumps before it hits the hot milk. <strong>Don\u2019t walk away while cooking<\/strong> \u2013 It thickens FAST. Stir constantly or risk weird clumps. <strong>Cool completely before spreading<\/strong> \u2013 Unless you enjoy melted custard chaos.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Roll the dough evenly<\/strong> \u2013 Too thick = doughy rolls. Too thin = flimsy and sad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leave a border when spreading custard<\/strong> \u2013 Keeps it from squishing out everywhere when rolling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dental floss trick<\/strong> \u2013 Slice the rolls using unflavored dental floss (trust me, it works). Knives squish everything!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best fresh! <\/strong>But they stay soft for 2 days at room temp in an airtight container.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheat for 10 seconds in the microwave<\/strong> \u2013 Like fresh-baked magic.<\/li>\n<li>Swap raisins for chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or chopped nuts. Or just eat around them and enjoy the custard-filled goodness.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-nutrition\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div id=\"recipe-14088-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">nutrition facts<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">serving<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">294<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (15%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">47<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (16%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (16%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (14%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (25%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">55<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (18%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">138<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (6%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">246<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (7%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (8%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (12%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">314<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (6%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (1%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">92<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (9%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (11%)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-tags\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Joanna Cismaru<\/a><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Danish, European, French, German<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-footer\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-after recipe-after\"><div class=\"wrap\">\n<p><strong>before you go!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-did-you-try-this-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Did_you_try_this_recipe\"><\/span>Did you try this recipe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/honey-garlic-chicken-bites\/#respond\">Leave us a recipe rating<\/a> below + tag @cravinghomecooked on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cravinghomecooked\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">instagram<\/a> and hashtag it #cravinghomecooked!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Custard Raisin Rolls\u2014for when you want something sweet, buttery, and indulgent, but also want to pretend you\u2019re making a sophisticated European pastry instead of just eating cake for breakfast. These rolls are soft, pillowy, and stuffed with a rich vanilla custard, because let\u2019s be honest\u2014raisins on their own aren\u2019t pulling their weight. 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No, it won\u2019t magically work later.<\/em>)<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Your kitchen is freezing.<\/strong> Yeast hates the cold. Pop the dough into a <em>just barely<\/em> warm oven, and it\u2019ll behave.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You rushed the rise time.<\/strong> Dough takes time, and <strong>impatience is the enemy of fluffiness.<\/strong>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724161215","position":2,"url":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724161215","name":"Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yep! Just skip the proofing step and <strong>mix it straight into the flour.<\/strong> No changes to rise time needed.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724174791","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724174791","name":"My custard is lumpy\u2014help!","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Ah, the dreaded <em>custard clumps<\/em>. A few possible culprits:<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You didn\u2019t whisk the custard powder with cold milk first.<\/strong> This step prevents those weird floating bits.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You dumped it all in at once.<\/strong> Gradually whisk it in while stirring constantly like your life depends on it.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>You walked away for \u2018just a second.\u2019<\/strong> Custard thickens <strong>fast.<\/strong> This is not the time for distractions.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724203102","position":4,"url":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724203102","name":"Can I make these ahead of time?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes! Two options:<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Overnight method:<\/strong> Assemble the rolls, cover, and refrigerate <strong>uncooked<\/strong> overnight. Let them sit at room temp for <strong>30 minutes<\/strong> in the morning before baking.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Fully baked method:<\/strong> Bake, let them cool, then <strong>warm them up for 10 minutes at 300\u00b0F<\/strong> when ready to serve.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724222150","position":5,"url":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724222150","name":"Can I freeze them?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u2714 <strong>Unbaked:<\/strong> Roll, slice, and freeze them <strong>before<\/strong> the second rise. When ready to bake, thaw overnight in the fridge, let rise, then bake as usual.<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Baked:<\/strong> Cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven or microwave (<em>but not too long, unless you want molten custard<\/em>).","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724245934","position":6,"url":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724245934","name":"Can I use store-bought custard instead?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Technically, yes. But <strong>why would you do that<\/strong> when homemade custard is so easy and <strong>a million times better?<\/strong> Just saying.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724261224","position":7,"url":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724261224","name":"How do I keep them soft for longer?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u2714 <strong>Store in an airtight container<\/strong> at room temp for <strong>up to 2 days<\/strong> (but let\u2019s be real, they won\u2019t last that long).<br\/>\u2714 <strong>Reheat for 10 seconds in the microwave<\/strong> to bring back that fresh-baked magic.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724286894","position":8,"url":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/custard-raisin-rolls\/#faq-question-1741724286894","name":"What do I serve these with?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u2714 <strong>Coffee or tea<\/strong> (<em>because duh<\/em>).<br\/>\u2714 <strong>A big brunch spread<\/strong> (<em>if you want to impress people<\/em>).<br\/>\u2714 <strong>A quiet moment alone with your thoughts<\/strong> (<em>highly underrated<\/em>).","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14087","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14087"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14087\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14240"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14087"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14087"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14087"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}