Orange Rolls

Brighten your morning with these heavenly homemade Orange Rolls, a citrusy twist on classic sweet rolls. Fluffy and tender, these rolls are infused with the zesty aroma of freshly grated orange zest and topped with a luscious orange glaze that adds just the right touch of tangy sweetness. Perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunch gatherings, or weekend baking, this recipe combines simple ingredients like warm milk, soft butter, and all-purpose flour to create a dough that's both easy to work with and irresistibly soft. The golden-brown rolls are bursting with a fragrant orange-sugar filling, rolled to perfection for a stunning spiral reveal. Ready in under two hours, with just 20 minutes of hands-on prep time, these orange rolls are a crowd-pleasing treat that will brighten any table. Don’t miss out on this delightful recipe for an easy-to-make sweet roll that’s bursting with sunshine in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm milk
• 0.3333 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.3333 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Orange zest (for filling)
• 0.3333 cup Granulated sugar (for filling)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice (for glaze)
• 0.75 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Mix lightly and let sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add the melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Roll the risen dough out into a rectangle (approximately 12x16 inches).

Step 7

Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the orange zest and 1/3 cup sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.

Step 9

Starting with the longer edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seams to seal.

Step 10

Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 11

Cover the rolls loosely and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.

Step 12

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 13

Bake the rolls for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 14

While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together orange juice and powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 15

Allow the rolls to cool slightly before drizzling the glaze over them.

Step 16

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1138.4 grams (1138.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3677

Total Fat 131.00g	168%
Saturated Fat 77.60g	388%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 545mg	182%
Sodium 1418mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 566.70g	206%
Dietary Fiber 13.70g	49%
Total Sugars 240.20g
Protein 62.20g	124%

Vitamin D 191IU	953%
Calcium 444mg	34%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 1148mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 61.4%