Glazed Orange Rolls
Soft, fluffy, and bursting with citrusy sweetness, these Glazed Orange Rolls are the ultimate treat for breakfast or brunch. Featuring a tender, homemade yeast dough, these rolls are filled with a zesty combo of orange zest and sugar, then swirled to perfection. Once baked to golden brown, they're topped with a luscious orange glaze made from fresh orange juice and a hint of vanilla, adding a glossy finish that's as irresistible as it is flavorful. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like milk, butter, and flour, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and ease. Perfect for special occasions or simply brightening up your morning, these orange rolls are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for filling)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Orange juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
Warm the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until it is just warm to the touch (about 110°F/43°C), then remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the warm milk, 0.25 cup granulated sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Add the eggs, softened butter, and salt to the yeast mixture, then mix to combine.
Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes in a stand mixer until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the filling by mixing the orange zest and 0.5 cup granulated sugar in a small bowl.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to a 12x18-inch rectangle.
Spread the softened butter (for filling) evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the orange-sugar mixture on top.
Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice into 12 equal rolls and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cover the dish and let the rolls rise for an additional 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the rolls cool slightly, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm rolls. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.3 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.8 g | 329% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 651 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 1439 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 673.4 g | 245% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 343.1 g | ||
| Protein | 67.5 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 1246 mg | 27% | |
*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.
