Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and instant yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Transfer the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 to 2 hours.
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and zest. Cook for 5-7 minutes until cranberries burst and mixture thickens.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into a rectangle approximately 12x18 inches, about ½ inch thick.
- Spread the cooled cranberry filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border. Tightly roll the dough into a log and cut into 1-inch slices, yielding about 12 rolls.
- Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise again in a warm place until puffy, about 30-60 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and remaining orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls after baking.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow the cranberry filling to cool completely before spreading to maintain dough texture. Adjust for moisture if using frozen cranberries. Check dough temperature for rising success.
