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Homemade Orange Sweet Rolls Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Homemade Orange Sweet Rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a bright, zesty orange sugar butter mixture. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these rolls are topped with a creamy orange-flavored cream cheese frosting that complements the citrus filling perfectly. The dough is enriched with butter and egg, with a tender crumb and a lovely golden crust.

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2% recommended)
  • 1/4 cup (57 g) salted butter
  • 1/4 cup (53 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 to 4 cups (426 to 568 g) all-purpose flour

Filling Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (113 g) salted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (159 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh orange zest (from about 2-3 medium oranges)

Frosting Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • 6 tablespoons (85 g) salted butter, softened
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon milk or heavy cream (can substitute fresh orange juice)
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh orange zest (or more, to taste)
  • 1 1/4 cups (143 g) powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Scald the Milk: Heat the milk in a medium saucepan or microwave until it is steaming with small bubbles around the edges but not boiling. Transfer the hot milk to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook or to a large mixing bowl if mixing by hand.
  2. Mix Base Ingredients: Add the 1/4 cup butter, granulated sugar, and salt to the hot milk. Stir until the butter melts completely, then let the mixture cool until it is just warm to the touch, not hot.
  3. Add Yeast and Egg: Stir in the instant yeast and the large egg into the warm milk mixture. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Add Flour and Knead: Gradually add 3 to 4 cups of all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing after each addition until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and feels soft and slightly sticky. Knead the dough for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. First Rise: Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl. Cover it with greased plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and place it in a warm spot. Let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  6. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened 1/2 cup butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh orange zest until evenly combined and creamy.
  7. Shape the Rolls: On a lightly floured surface, roll or pat the dough into a 14 by 10-inch rectangle. Spread the prepared orange filling evenly over the dough. Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log, sealing the seam by pinching it closed.
  8. Cut and Form Rolls: Use a serrated knife to slice the log into 12 equal slices, each about 1 to 1.5 inches thick. For classic rolls, place the slices cut side up in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan in 3 rows of 4. For twisted rolls, stretch each slice into an oval shape, twist in the center, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  9. Second Rise: Cover the prepared rolls loosely and let them rise in a warm place until they become puffy and nearly doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  10. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are just slightly golden and the rolls are cooked through.
  11. Make the Frosting: While the rolls bake or cool, beat softened cream cheese and 6 tablespoons softened butter together with a mixer until smooth. Add a pinch of salt, milk or cream (or fresh orange juice) and 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh orange zest, mixing well. Gradually add 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar and beat until the frosting is light and creamy.
  12. Frost and Serve: Spread the orange cream cheese frosting evenly over the rolls while they are still slightly warm. Serve immediately or let cool to room temperature or slightly warm before enjoying.

Notes

  • Use fresh orange zest for the best citrus flavor in your filling and frosting.
  • Ensure the milk mixture is warm but not hot when adding yeast to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Adjust the flour amount depending on humidity and flour brand; the dough should be soft but not sticky.
  • For twist-shaped rolls, handle gently when stretching and twisting to maintain the shape.
  • Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/homemade-orange-sweet-rolls-recipe-2/