Description
Zesty Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic treat, combining fluffy dough with aromatic cinnamon and a refreshing citrus zing. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these rolls are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. With a luscious glaze drizzled on top, each bite is a burst of flavor that will transport you to sweet bliss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp orange juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk until cozy, then mix with yeast and sugar. Let sit until frothy (about 10 minutes).
- 2. Combine Ingredients: In another bowl, mix flour and melted butter. Add the yeast mixture and a pinch of salt; stir until shaggy.
- 3. Knead: Turn dough onto floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- 4. First Rise: Place in oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- 5. Roll Out: Punch down dough, roll into a rectangle, spread melted butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon, brown sugar, and orange zest.
- 6. Shape Rolls: Roll tightly from one edge, slice into 12 pieces, and place in greased baking dish.
- 7. Second Rise: Cover rolls and let rise again for about 30 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8. Bake: Bake rolls for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 9. Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with orange juice; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg