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Orange Sweet Rolls

These Orange Sweet Rolls are a delightful combination of fluffy sweet dough and zesty orange filling, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free all-purpose blend.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) Instant yeast can be used at the same quantity.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk Warm milk is needed to mix with butter.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted and cooled slightly.
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon zest of orange Fresh zest enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries Dried cranberries also work.
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • powdered sugar for glazing To be combined with orange juice.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Combine the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  • Warm the milk and butter: On low heat, melt the butter into the milk until smoothly combined, then let it cool slightly to around room temperature.
  • Mix in the wet ingredients: Add the egg, orange zest, and orange juice to the warm milk mixture, whisking until well incorporated.
  • Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
  • Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
  • Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Roll out the dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Add the cranberries: Evenly sprinkle the cranberries on top of the rolled dough.
  • Roll and slice: Roll the dough tightly from one end to the other and slice into 12 equal pieces.
  • Second rise: Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  • Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Glaze and serve: After cooling slightly, drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar and a splash of orange juice.

Notes

Store rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze them for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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