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A delicious plate of Orange Rolls

Orange Rolls

Deliciously soft and tangy, these orange rolls are perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat. Made with fresh orange zest and juice, they offer a refreshing citrus flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 482

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 120 ml milk 105-115°F
  • 120 ml orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 ounce active dry yeast
  • 480 g all-purpose flour
  • 50 g granulated sugar
  • 50 g unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp orange zest freshly grated
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
Filling
  • 150 g granulated sugar
  • 120 g unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tbsp orange zest freshly grated
  • 0.5 tbsp ground cinnamon
Frosting
  • 240 g powdered sugar
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 45 g unsalted butter softened
  • 45 ml orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tsp orange zest freshly grated

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. Make the dough: 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 (it should double in size) 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. Make sure the milk and orange juice are heated between 105-115°F. Using dental floss is the easiest way to slice the rolls. You can prepare these ahead and bake the next day. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.