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Irresistibly Fluffy Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls for Brunch

Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls
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Irresistibly Fluffy Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls for Brunch

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1/2 cup sugar (brown sugar optional)
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (ensure freshness)
  • 1 cup milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup butter (or vegan butter)
  • 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
  • 2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup orange juice (or lemon juice for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon clove (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (no direct substitutes)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (or vegan butter)
  • 2–3 tablespoons orange juice (fresh squeezed preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, but recommended)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1 packet of active dry yeast. Gradually add 1 cup of warmed milk, 1/4 cup of melted butter, and 1 beaten egg. Mix until it forms a rough dough, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm area for approximately 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of cranberries, 1/2 cup of orange juice, 1 tablespoon of orange zest, 1/4 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon each of cinnamon and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
  4. After the first rise, gently punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. Spread 1/4 cup of softened orange butter evenly on it, then spoon the cooled cranberry filling across the surface.
  5. Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the edges to seal and slice the log into 12 equal pieces. Arrange them in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  6. Cover the baking dish loosely with a towel and let the rolls rise again for about 30-45 minutes, or until they are puffed up.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of softened butter, and enough orange juice to achieve a smooth consistency.
  9. Once done baking, let the rolls cool for about 10 minutes. Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm rolls.

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