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Cozy Orange Rolls Recipe Easy Soft Pillowy Citrus Glaze Treats

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Soft, pillowy orange rolls bursting with bright citrus flavor and topped with a tangy-sweet glaze. Perfect for cozy mornings or weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) warm whole milk (about 110°F/43°C)
  • ⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 ½ cups (440 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by combining warm milk and sugar in a large bowl. Sprinkle yeast over the top and stir gently. Let sit until foamy and bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.
  2. Add melted butter, egg, and orange zest to the yeast mixture and whisk gently until combined.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Knead the dough using a stand mixer with dough hook on medium speed for about 7 minutes or by hand on a floured surface for 10-15 minutes until soft, slightly sticky, and elastic.
  4. Lightly oil a clean bowl, place the dough inside, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free spot until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  5. While the dough rises, mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside softened butter for spreading.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 15×9-inch rectangle.
  7. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top. Optionally, scatter chopped nuts evenly.
  8. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice the log into 12 even rolls about 1 ½ inches thick.
  9. Arrange rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, leaving space between each. Cover and let rise until puffy, about 45 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. While rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth to make the glaze.
  12. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls just before serving.

Notes

Use milk at about 110°F to properly activate yeast. Do not rush rising phases for best texture. Use a serrated knife to slice rolls to avoid squashing. Optionally brush tops with melted butter after baking for a glossy finish before glazing. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and plant-based milk. Dough can be refrigerated overnight after first rise.

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