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Homemade Glazed Orange Rolls

Homemade Glazed Orange Rolls

Delightful Homemade Glazed Orange Rolls combine sweet dough and zesty orange with a creamy glaze.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Measure properly for best texture.
  • 1 packet Active dry yeast Check expiration date.
  • 1 cup Warm milk 110°F for best results.
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar For sweetness.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted butter Melted.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange zest Elevates flavor.
For the Filling
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar Sweetens filling.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted butter Softened for easy spreading.
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sifted for smoothness.
  • ¼ cup Fresh orange juice Use freshly squeezed.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • baking dish
  • rolling pin
  • whisk
  • Sifter

Method
 

Making the Rolls
  1. Warm the milk to 110°F, stir in yeast and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, add eggs, melted butter, sugar, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth. Place in greased bowl and let rise until doubled, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  4. Mix softened butter, sugar, and orange zest for the filling.
  5. Roll risen dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle, spread filling evenly, roll into a log, and cut into 12 rolls.
  6. Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Mix powdered sugar and orange juice for glaze until smooth.
  9. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle extra orange zest on top as a garnish.

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