Orange Sweet Rolls
Orange Sweet Rolls is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter, sugar, orange zest, salt, and cardamom, if using, in a large bowl until fluffy.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionUsing an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter, sugar, orange zest, salt, and cardamom, if using, in a large bowl until fluffy.
Pour 3 Tbsp. warm water (105°F–115°F) into a small bowl.
Add yeast and 1 Tbsp. sugar and whisk to combine.
Let sit until foamy, about 10 minutes.
Using electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat egg yolk, orange juice, oil, salt, and remaining 1 Tbsp. sugar in a large bowl.
Add 1 2/3 cups flour and yeast mixture.
Beat until dough just comes together.
Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface.
Knead several times with floured hands until smooth, about 5 minutes (dough will be sticky).
Spray a clean large bowl with nonstick spray.
Place dough in bowl and turn to coat.
Cover with a towel and let sit in a warm place until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.
Spray muffin tin with nonstick spray.
Roll dough on a well floured surface to an 1/8"-thick rectangle about 17x14".
Spread filling over dough, leaving a 1/2" border on all sides.
Starting on 1 long side, roll dough into a tight cylinder.
Cut into 12 equal pieces (if it's difficult to cut, chill 15 minutes).
Transfer cut side up to prepared muffin tin.
Cover with a towel and let sit in a warm, draft-free place until risen, 30 minutes, or chill overnight.
If chilling, let sit at room temperature 2 hours to rise before baking.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Bake rolls, rotating pans halfway through, until lightly browned on top, 15–18 minutes.
Let cool in pan 5 minutes, then invert onto a platter to serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
