Orange Rolls – Sweet, Citrusy, Best Ever Rolls

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A freshly baked orange roll with orange glaze

A freshly baked orange roll with orange glaze.

These Orange Rolls are sweet, citrusy, and soft, with a zesty orange glaze that makes them a perfect breakfast or brunch treat.

Why You’ll Love These Orange Rolls

  • Sweet and citrusy: The orange glaze adds the perfect citrus flavor.
  • Soft and fluffy: The dough is soft and fluffy, just like a classic cinnamon roll.
  • Perfect for breakfast: A delicious and festive breakfast treat.
  • Easy to make: With simple ingredients, you can enjoy these rolls in no time.

Ingredients for the Best Orange Rolls

Ingredients like flour, yeast, butter, and orange zest for orange rolls
Flour, butter, yeast, sugar, and orange zest for orange rolls
  • All-purpose flour: The base of the dough.
  • Sugar: Adds sweetness to the dough and glaze.
  • Butter: Adds richness to the dough and glaze.
  • Yeast: Helps the dough rise and become fluffy.
  • Orange zest: Adds a fresh, citrusy flavor to the dough and glaze.
  • Milk: Adds moisture and richness.

How to Make Orange Rolls

Four panel collage showing the steps for making orange rolls
Mix, roll, bake, and glaze soft and sweet orange rolls
  • 1. Make the dough. Mix flour, yeast, sugar, milk, and butter to form the dough.
  • 2. Roll the dough. Roll out the dough, then spread with butter, sugar, and orange zest.
  • 3. Bake the rolls. Cut the dough into rolls and bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
  • 4. Glaze the rolls. Once baked, drizzle with the sweet orange glaze.

Tips for Perfect Orange Rolls

  • Use fresh orange zest: Fresh zest gives the best citrus flavor.
  • Don’t overbake: Keep an eye on the rolls to avoid overbaking.
  • Add more glaze: If you like extra sweetness, feel free to add more glaze.

Orange Rolls Recipe Card

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

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