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Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Cushy and Sweet Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Chef Sarah
These delicate and cushy cinnamon rolls, topped with a sweet orange cream cheese icing, are the culminate brunch treat with a lively twist.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Rolls
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • ¾ cup warm whole milk 110°F / 43°C
  • 1 .25 ounce bundle active dry yeast
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk room temperature
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 ½ teaspoons freshly grated orange zest
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour partitioned, or more as needed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons legitimate salt
  • Cooking spray

Filling

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons freshly grated orange zest

Frosting

  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions
 

Prepare the Dough

  • In a huge bowl, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it gets to be frothy.
  • Add the egg, egg yolk, mollified butter, honey, orange zest, and orange juice to the yeast mixture. Blend until well combined.
  • Gradually mix 3 cups of flour and salt until the dough collides. Knead for 5-7 minutes, adding more flour, if necessary, until the dough is soft and slightly sticky.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Prepare the Filling

  • Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and orange zest In a small bowl until combined.

Assemble the Rolls

  • Roll the dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle on a floured surface.
  • Evenly spread the filling over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on one of the long edges.
  • Roll the dough tightly, starting from the opposite long edge, and seal the seam by pinching it closed.
  • Cut the log into 12 even slices and place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.

Bake the Rolls

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brow

Make the Frosting

  • While the rolls are baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.

Frost and Serve

  • Remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to cool for 10 minutes before spreading the orange cream cheese frosting over the top. Serve warm and enjoy!