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Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls

Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Cranberry Orange Sweet Rolls, a perfect combination of fluffy dough infused with fragrant orange blossom water and filled with a sweet cranberry mixture. These rolls are topped with a light orange glaze, making them an ideal treat for holiday brunches or cozy breakfasts at home. Their unique flavor profile—mixing tart cranberries with zesty citrus—ensures they will impress family and friends alike. Whether you enjoy them warm or at room temperature, these rolls are versatile enough for any occasion, and you can even prepare the dough ahead of time for effortless baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cranberry filling by cooking cranberries and sugar in a saucepan until the berries burst. Stir in butter and vanilla; set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, dissolve sugar in warm milk, sprinkle yeast on top, and let sit until frothy.
  3. Mix remaining ingredients in a large bowl; gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough for about 5–7 minutes, then let it rise in a greased bowl until doubled.
  5. Roll out the dough, spread cranberry filling evenly, roll tightly into a log, and cut into pieces.
  6. Let rolls rise again before baking at 350°F for about 25–30 minutes.
  7. Whisk together glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

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