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Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze

Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze for Festive Mornings

Delight in Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze, a festive twist on a classic favorite!
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 26 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 26 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Can substitute with fresh yeast.
  • 1 cup Milk (2%) Dairy or non-dairy alternatives can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Cane Sugar Brown sugar can be an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Use room temperature butter.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with ground flaxseed mixed with water.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balanced taste.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Can substitute with lemon zest.
Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Can substitute with dried cranberries.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Extract Can substitute with lemon extract.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Orange Juice Add more for thinner consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Medium Saucepan
  • baking pan
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk until lukewarm, then sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast and let it sit until foamy.
  2. Combine the yeast mixture, 1/4 cup of softened butter, 1/4 cup of cane sugar, 1 large egg, and the zest of 1 orange in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Gradually mix in 4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt, kneading until you have a slightly sticky dough.
  4. Cover with a clean towel and let it rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours, or until it has tripled in size.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
  6. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of fresh cranberries, 1/4 cup of orange juice, 1 teaspoon of orange extract, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Cook until thickened.
  7. Spread the filling over the rolled-out dough, tightly roll into a log, and slice into 12 equal rolls.
  8. Place rolls in a parchment-lined baking pan, cover, and let them rise for about 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 22-26 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of orange juice for the glaze.
  11. Allow rolls to cool for 5-10 minutes before drizzling the orange glaze over them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for brunch gatherings, impressive yet easy to make. Enjoy the festive flavors!

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