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Sweet, Citrusy Orange Rolls

Sweet, Citrusy Orange Rolls: A Brunch Delight You’ll Love

These Sweet, Citrusy Orange Rolls deliver a delightful breakfast experience with sweet and citrusy flavors.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 tablespoons Instant Yeast Activates the dough for rise.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 cup Warm Water About 110°F.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can be substituted with unsweetened almond milk.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
  • 1/4 cup Potato Flakes Ensures a soft texture.
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure carefully.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Optional for taste.
  • 2 oranges Fresh Orange Zest and Juice Vital for flavor.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances sweet flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Optional for added spice.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Creates a vibrant filling.
For the Glaze
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 2 oranges Fresh Orange Zest and Juice Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • baking pan
  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons sugar and instant yeast with warm water. Allow to sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Scald the milk in a saucepan, then stir in remaining sugar, salt, and butter until dissolved. Cool to lukewarm.
  3. Combine potato flakes with hot water until smooth, then cool slightly.
  4. In a stand mixer, combine the egg, activated yeast mixture, cooled milk mixture, and potato mixture. Gradually add flour until dough is sticky yet forms a ball.
  5. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and let rise for 1 hour.
  6. Combine filling ingredients (sugar, ginger, zest) in a bowl, then whisk in orange juice until paste-like.
  7. Roll out dough to a rectangle, spread softened butter, then the sugar filling. Roll tightly and slice into 12 pieces.
  8. Place rolls in a greased baking pan, cover, and let rise until puffy, about 30-60 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Make glaze by mixing softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, zest, and juice until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure proper yeast activation and don't rush the second rise for the best texture.

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