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Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls

Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls: Your New Holiday Breakfast Delight

Indulge in Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls, a delightful blend of tart cranberries and zesty orange, perfect for holiday breakfasts.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Cranberries
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can deepen flavor
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Use high-quality
For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk (105°F – 115°F)
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Check for freshness
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Sour cream can be a substitute
  • 1 large Large Egg Bring to room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Blossom Water Can swap for orange extract
  • 1 tablespoon Zest of 1 Orange Use fresh zest
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust for thickness

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Food Processor
  • Stand mixer
  • Baking Sheets

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and a splash of water. Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes until cranberries soften and burst. Puree filling and cool completely.
  2. In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy. In a stand mixer, mix flour, yogurt, egg, orange blossom water, zest, and salt. Gradually add yeast mixture and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  3. Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down the dough, roll it out, and spread the cranberry filling evenly. Roll tightly into a log and slice into pieces.
  5. Place shaped rolls on greased baking sheets, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes until fluffy.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Mix confectioners' sugar with enough milk for a smooth glaze and drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.

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