Glazed Orange Rolls

Glazed Orange Rolls are soft and fluffy sweet rolls with a delicious orange glaze. Serve these at a weekend brunch or for any special holiday!

Nothing compares to a homemade baked good. Cookies, breads, and muffins fresh out of the oven always hit the spot. I am a traditionalist, especially when it comes to holidays. I have my certain recipes I make sure to put on the table, and this is one of them! My Glazed Orange Rolls always bring a smile to each member of my family’s face. These rolls are so soft and amazing that you will fall in love at first bite.

GLAZED ORANGE ROLLS

If you’re looking for something to brighten up your kitchen, these Glazed Orange Rolls are for you. These fluffy rolls start with a traditional homemade roll recipe. Flour, sugar, milk, eggs, yeast. The addition of fresh zest from an orange brings this mixture to life. The glaze, made of orange juice and powdered sugar, goes on top once they have finished baking. There is a reason these are so special, and as soon as you bake them, you’ll find out why!

INGREDIENTS

Rolls

• 4 Tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
• 2 Tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 1/3 cups whole milk, scalded
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 5 cups all-purpose flour

Filling

• 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 3 Tablespoons orange zest

Orange Glaze

• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 3 Tablespoons orange juice

INSTRUCTIONS

Rolls

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and the yeast. Stir and then let stand to proof (foamy).

While the yeast is proofing, scald the milk. Pour the milk into a small saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat, without stirring, until bubbles form around the edges of the pan. Remove pan from the heat and let the milk cool for about 12 minutes.

When the yeast is foamy (proofed) stir in the remaining 2 Tablespoons of granulated sugar and the salt. Stir.

In the large bowl of a stand mixer, add the yeast mixture, eggs, and the cooled down scalded milk. Stir mixture using the paddle attachment. Add two cups of flour and continue to stir until smooth.

Now switch to the dough hook. Add the remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing on medium speed until a soft dough forms; about 5 minutes. Place dough into a large greased bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel. Allow dough to rise for one hour or until doubled in size.

Filling

Mix the butter, granulated sugar, and orange zest in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.

Roll the dough out into a large rectangle. Spread the filling mixture evenly over the dough. Fold one long edge of the dough over about ⅓ of the way, then fold up the other side, (like folding a piece of paper lengthwise to fit in an envelope.) Cut dough into 24 strips, about 1-inch wide.

Take one strip of dough and tie it in a large knot (like you would a shoelace). Place the roll on a baking sheet, and repeat shaping rolls with the remaining dough. Cover pans with a kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for 30 minutes. Once risen, bake rolls at 375°F for 11 to 12 minutes or until light golden-brown. Remove from oven and let rolls rest on the baking pans.

Orange Glaze

Mix the powdered sugar and orange juice together in a small bowl. Drizzle glaze all over the warm rolls. Let glaze set for about 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

SERVINGS

This recipe makes 24 rolls. This is exactly why I love to serve them around the holidays. They serve a lot! If you’re looking for something to bake and share with the neighbors, this is a fun one to make.

BEST BREAKFAST

I think these are great for breakfast. Sunday mornings in the Lofthouse are usually met with these sweet rolls. When I have my girlfriends over for brunch, I’ll make these and serve them with a mimosa. The combination of the two make for a great time whenever they come over. If you don’t drink, regular orange juice out of a champagne flute will do just fine. These are also very complimentary with your morning cup of coffee.

STORING

Store leftover rolls in a plastic or glass container covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. 

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