# Time:
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours (including rise time)
## Introduction
Welcome sunshine into your mornings with sunshine in your breakfast. Yes, imagine tasting the refreshing, zesty flavor of oranges in a warm, soft roll. Orange Breakfast Rolls are what we are talking about, a heavenly breakfast for your taste buds.
## Why Make This Recipe
Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked goods wafting through your house in the morning. These Orange Breakfast Rolls, with their soft texture and citrusy sweetness, will wake you up better than any alarm clock ever could.
## How To Make Orange Breakfast Rolls
Let’s dive right into the prep for your new favorite breakfast food, the Orange Breakfast Rolls.
## Ingredients :
For the Dough:
– 3/4 cup warm milk
– 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (one packet)
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1 large egg
– 3 to 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
– Zest of 2 large oranges
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Glaze:
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2-3 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
## Directions:
1. Start preparation with the dough. Combine warm milk and yeast in a large bowl, let it stand for 5 minutes until frothy. Then stir in melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and egg. Add flour gradually and mix until a dough forms. Knead it on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
2. Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover and let it rise for about 1.5 hours. It should double in size.
3. During this time, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, mix the orange zest with sugar.
4. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, spread the butter over it. Sprinkle the orange and sugar mixture over the buttered dough. Roll it tightly from one edge to another and cut it into 12 equal slices.
5. Put the rolls in a greased baking dish, and let them rise for another 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F.
6. Bake the rolls for 25 minutes until they become golden brown.
7. As they bake, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, orange juice, and vanilla extract until it becomes smooth. Drizzle this on the warm rolls before serving.
## How to Serve Orange Breakfast Rolls
These rolls are best served warm, right out of the oven. Drizzle the glaze on top before serving. Enjoy them with your morning cup of coffee or tea for a perfect start to your day.
## How to Store Orange Breakfast Rolls
Store rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. You can also freeze them and heat up when needed.
## Tips to Make Orange Breakfast Rolls
– Be sure the milk is warm, not hot, too much heat will kill the yeast.
– For a more vibrant orange flavor, add some orange extract to your dough and filling.
– Make sure your dough doubles in size during the rise time for fluffy rolls.
## Variation
You can add some spices like cinnamon or cardamom to your filling for a warm spice touch. Also, feel free to swap the orange with lemon for Lemon Morning Rolls.
## FAQs
Q: Do I need to proof the yeast first?
A: No. You can directly add the yeast to the warm milk and wait for it to froth.
Q: Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
A: Yes, but keep in mind that whole wheat flour might make your rolls a bit denser.
Q: Can I make these rolls a day ahead?
A: Yes, you can make the rolls, let them rise, then cover and refrigerate overnight. The next morning, let them sit at room temperature while you preheat the oven, then bake.