Description
Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls are a delightful treat that combines fluffy, soft dough with the vibrant flavors of tart cranberries and zesty orange. Drizzled with a sweet orange glaze, these rolls make for a perfect breakfast or dessert option. Their irresistible aroma and stunning appearance will impress at any gathering, ensuring guests come back for seconds. Enjoy them warm with coffee or tea for a comforting experience that brings joy to every bite.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup milk (warm)
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp orange juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Warm milk to about 110°F.
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Combine melted butter, orange zest, and half the flour into the yeast mixture. Gradually add remaining flour until soft dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and cover.
- Let dough rise in a warm spot for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread cranberries evenly, roll tightly, and cut into slices.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish; let rise for another 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F.
- Bake rolls for approximately 20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before drizzling with powdered sugar glaze mixed with orange juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg