Breakfast & brunch
🍊 A Sweet and Citrusy Delight: Recipe for Orange Cinnamon Rolls
Introduction:
Cinnamon rolls—usually warm, spiced, and drenched in icing—have now met their zesty match! These Orange Cinnamon Rolls combine soft, buttery dough with bright orange zest and tangy drizzle for a treat that’s refreshingly sweet and citrusy.
Whether you’re brightening up your breakfast, cheering up a brunch table, or looking for a cozy teatime twist, this recipe brings sunshine, sweetness, and a hint of spice in every swirl.
A top-view image capturing golden orange-tinged cinnamon rolls beautifully swirled with citrus sugar, lightly drizzled with orange glaze, served on a bright white or pastel plate beside a fresh orange.
🍊 Ingredients:
For the dough (or use pre-made cinnamon roll dough):
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3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 packet active dry yeast
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¾ cup warm milk
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1 egg
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¼ cup sugar
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¼ cup melted butter
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1 tsp salt
For the citrus filling:
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¼ cup softened butter
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½ cup brown sugar
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
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Zest of 1 large orange
For the orange glaze (optional):
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½ cup cream cheese
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2 tbsp fresh orange juice
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Zest of ½ orange
🔥 How to Make It:
Make or prep the dough:
Activate yeast in warm milk, then mix with egg, butter, sugar, salt, and flour. Knead and let rise for about 1 hour (or use ready-made dough).
Roll and fill:
Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter, then evenly sprinkle cinnamon-brown sugar mixture with orange zest.
Roll up and cut:
Roll the dough tightly and slice into 12 rolls. Place them in a greased pan.
Bake:
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes, until soft and golden.
Glaze (optional):
Mix cream cheese, orange juice, and zest into a smooth glaze. Drizzle on warm rolls.
💡 Tip:
Want an extra citrus punch? Add a spoonful of orange marmalade inside the filling before rolling for bursts of juicy sweetness!
🎉 Final Thoughts:
These Orange Cinnamon Rolls offer a delightful twist on tradition—soft, buttery swirls infused with citrus sunshine and a bright, tangy finish. Perfect for summer brunches, festive mornings, or anytime you crave a cheery, unique bake.