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Orange Rolls

Deliciously Fluffy Orange Rolls Made from Scratch at Home

These homemade orange rolls are fluffy and bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for breakfast or any special occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Warm Water about 110°F
  • 2.25 teaspoons Instant Yeast
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 3-4 cups All-Purpose Flour for dusting
Filling Ingredients
  • 2-3 pieces Oranges fresh, organic
  • 0.25 cup Additional Sugar
  • 0.25 cup Melted Butter
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • to taste cup Orange Juice for consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Muffin Pan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and instant yeast, letting it sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Gradually stir in melted butter, whole milk, egg, egg yolk, granulated sugar, zest of 1 orange, and salt.
  3. Slowly add in all-purpose flour until the mixture forms a soft dough.
Kneading & First Rise
  1. Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Form the dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in the refrigerator for 8 to 24 hours.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, additional sugar, juice of 1 orange, and zest of 1 orange until well combined.
Rolling & Cutting
  1. After the dough has risen, gently punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface.
  2. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, about ¼ inch thick and spread the orange filling evenly across.
  3. Slice the dough into 1-inch wide strips and roll each strip tightly into a spiral shape.
Final Rise
  1. Place the rolled orange pieces into a well-buttered muffin pan, cover with a towel, and let them rise until doubled in size, about 30-45 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) during this time.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the tops are golden brown and rolls are puffed.
  2. Tap the top of the rolls; if they sound hollow, they're ready.
Glazing
  1. Whisk together powdered sugar and enough orange juice for a smooth, pourable consistency.
  2. Invert the rolls onto a serving plate and drizzle with the glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For accurate results, weigh all-purpose flour and ensure the water temperature is perfect for yeast activation.

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