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Orange Sweet Rolls


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious orange-flavored sweet rolls topped with a zesty glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup warm whole milk
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for yeast activation)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup softened unsalted butter (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest (for filling)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 110°F and combine with yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar. Let it sit until foamy (5–10 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast mixture, 1/4 cup sugar, melted butter, salt, and eggs until a shaggy dough forms. Knead until smooth (8–10 minutes).
  3. Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 to 1 hours until doubled.
  4. Mix softened butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon orange zest in a small bowl for the filling.
  5. Roll dough into a 14×9 inch rectangle. Spread filling evenly, then roll and slice into 12 rolls.
  6. Place rolls in a greased 9×13 dish. Let rise again 30–45 minutes.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22–25 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Make the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, consider adding more orange zest to the glaze.
  • These rolls are best served warm out of the oven.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg