Description
Cranberry Orange Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings. These fluffy rolls are filled with tart cranberries and zesty orange, all enveloped in warm cinnamon and topped with a sweet orange glaze. Easy to prepare, they transform simple ingredients into an impressive treat that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (lukewarm)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted + softened)
- 1 cup cranberries (dried or fresh)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Warm the milk and dissolve the yeast with a pinch of sugar; let sit until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs; mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface until smooth (about 6 minutes). Let rise in an oiled bowl covered with a towel until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread with softened butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon, sugar, cranberries, and orange zest. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 12 rolls.
- Arrange in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Drizzle with an orange glaze made from powdered sugar and orange juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg