In this article, we will explore a delicious and easy-to-prepare recipe.

Irresistible Orange Rolls: A Burst of Citrus Delight

If you’re looking for a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, these orange rolls are a must-try. With their soft, fluffy dough infused with vibrant orange zest and a luscious orange-cream cheese frosting, these rolls are a perfect balance of citrusy sweetness and creamy goodness. Whether it’s breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat, these orange rolls will brighten any occasion. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

For the Dough: – ½ cup milk, warmed to 105-115°F – ½ cup orange juice, warmed to 105-115°F – ¼ ounce active dry yeast – 4 cups all-purpose flour – ¼ cup granulated sugar – ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened – 2 large eggs – 1 teaspoon orange zest – ½ teaspoon kosher salt

For the Filling: – ¾ cup granulated sugar – ½ cup unsalted butter, softened – 2 tablespoons orange zest – ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Frosting: – 2 cups powdered sugar – 4 ounces cream cheese, softened – 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened – 3 tablespoons orange juice – 2 teaspoons orange zest

Equipment Needed

• Kitchen Scale (optional)
• Stand Mixer with Paddle and Dough Hook Attachments
• Rolling Pin
• 9×13-inch Baking Pan
• Unflavored Dental Floss

Instructions

1. Prepare the Yeast Mixture: – In a glass measuring cup, combine the warm milk and orange juice. Add the active dry yeast, stirring to dissolve. Let it bloom for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.

2. Make the Dough: – In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the flour, sugar, butter, eggs, orange zest, and salt until just combined. – Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture. Beat on low for 1-2 minutes, or until blended. – Switch to the dough hook attachment, increase speed to medium-low, and knead for 5 minutes until the dough is smooth, soft, and slightly sticky.

3. Let the Dough Rise: – Spray a glass bowl with nonstick spray and place the dough inside, flipping to coat. Cover and allow it to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 45-60 minutes.

4. Prepare the Filling: – While the dough rises, mix the sugar, softened butter, orange zest, and cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth.

5. Roll and Shape the Dough: – Once the dough has doubled, punch it down and roll it out onto a lightly floured surface into a 20×14-inch rectangle. – Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on one long edge. – Roll up the dough tightly, jelly-roll style, starting at the long end.

6. Cut and Rise Again: – Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Use unflavored dental floss to cut the dough log into 12 rolls. Place them in the prepared pan. – Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until doubled in size.

7. Bake the Rolls: – Preheat your oven to 350°F. Once the rolls have risen, bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F. – Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.

8. Prepare the Frosting: – In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the powdered sugar, cream cheese, softened butter, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.

9. Serve: – Spread the frosting over the warm rolls and serve immediately for maximum deliciousness.

Tips for Perfect Orange Rolls

• Use fresh oranges: You’ll need about three oranges for this recipe to get enough juice and zest.
• Ensure milk and orange juice are at the right temperature (105-115°F) to activate the yeast effectively.
• The dough requires two rises, totaling approximately 1½ hours, so plan accordingly.
• If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can knead the dough by hand—it just requires a bit more elbow grease!
• For clean cuts, use unflavored dental floss instead of a knife to slice the rolls.

Storage

Store any leftover orange rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze them for up to 2 months. Simply reheat before serving to enjoy.

Nutrition Information

Each orange roll contains approximately 482 calories, 72g of carbohydrates, 7g of protein, and 19g of fat. These values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients used.

Conclusion

These orange rolls offer a wonderfully refreshing departure from traditional breakfast pastries. With their zesty flavor and creamy frosting, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household. Try them for your next brunch, holiday gathering, or just because you deserve a treat!

Orange Rolls

Soft and fluffy orange rolls with a sweet citrus filling and creamy frosting. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat!

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Rising Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Servings: 12 rolls

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 482

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dough

• 120 ml milk
• 120 ml orange juice
• 0.25 ounce active dry yeast
• 480 g all-purpose flour
• 50 g granulated sugar
• 60 g unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 5 g orange zest
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt

Filling

• 150 g granulated sugar
• 120 g unsalted butter softened
• 10 g orange zest
• 7.5 g ground cinnamon

Frosting

• 240 g powdered sugar
• 113 g cream cheese
• 45 g unsalted butter softened
• 45 ml orange juice
• 10 g orange zest

Equipment

• Stand Mixer
• Rolling Pin
• 9×13″ baking pan

Method

 

1. Combine the milk, orange juice, and yeast in a glass measuring cup, stirring to dissolve the yeast. Let bloom for 5 minutes, until foamy.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the flour, sugar, butter, eggs, orange zest, and salt. Mix until just combined.
3. Add the milk mixture and beat on low for 1-2 minutes, or until blended. Switch to the dough hook attachment, increase speed to medium-low, and beat for 5 minutes, or until the dough is smooth, soft, and slightly sticky.
4. Spray the inside of a glass bowl with nonstick spray, then place the dough inside, flipping to coat the ball. Cover the bowl, place it in a warm place, and allow the dough to rise for 45-60 minutes.
5. While the dough rises, make the filling. Mix the sugar, softened butter, orange zest, and cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth.
6. Once doubled in size, punch the dough down. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a 20×14-inch rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
7. Spread the filling in a thin, even layer over the dough, leaving a 1-inch gap at one long edge. Roll up the dough, jelly roll style, starting at the long end.
8. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Use a piece of unflavored dental floss to cleanly cut the dough log into 12 large rolls and place side-by-side in the prepared baking pan. Cover the baking pan and allow the rolls to rise for 30-45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
9. While the rolls are rising, preheat oven to 350°F.
10. Once doubled in size, bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden brown and 190°F internally. Remove from the oven, and cool slightly.
11. While the rolls bake, make the frosting. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the powdered sugar, cream cheese, softened butter, orange juice, and orange zest together until smooth.
12. Spread frosting onto the warm rolls and serve.

Notes

You will need 3 fresh oranges for this recipe (2¾ oranges worth of juice, 1½ oranges worth of zest). Make sure the milk and orange juice are heated between 105-115°F. A stand mixer will make the dough-making process much easier, but if you don’t have one, you can knead the dough by hand. The dough needs to rise twice, for a total of about 1½ hours. Using a string of unflavored dental floss is actually the easiest way to get a clean, quick cut in the dough when slicing the rolls. You can make these ahead of time and prep the night before. Store orange rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.