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Orange Rolls

Delightful Orange Rolls with Sour Cream Butter Glaze Recipe

These Orange Rolls are soft, citrusy, and topped with a delightful glaze, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 37 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Make sure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 cup Warm Water (100-110°F)
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust for sweetness.
  • 6 tablespoons Butter Melted, divided.
  • 2 Large Eggs Vital for structure and richness.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Adds moisture and tanginess.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 to 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Adjust as needed for texture.
  • Zest from 2 large oranges Orange Zest Can substitute with lemon zest.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Sugar Sweetens the glaze.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Creates creamy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Adds rich flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice For extra citrus flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • saucepan
  • Oven
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Making the Orange Rolls
  1. Combine active dry yeast with warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yeast mixture, 1/4 cup sugar, 6 tablespoons melted butter, eggs, sour cream, and salt until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups of flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, let rise for about 1.5 hours.
  4. In a small bowl, combine orange zest with 3/4 cup sugar to add sweetness.
  5. Grease a 13x9” baking pan. Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle, brush with remaining butter, and sprinkle half of the sugar mixture.
  6. Cut the dough into 12 wedges and place them point-side down in the prepared pan.
  7. Cover and let rise for another hour. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 22 minutes.
  8. In a saucepan, combine sugar, sour cream, butter, orange juice, and a pinch of salt, stirring until smooth. Pour glaze over freshly baked rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh yeast and monitor dough temperature. Allow the dough ample time to rise for optimal texture.

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