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Orange Rolls

Irresistibly Soft Orange Rolls Copycat Pillsbury Orange Sweet Rolls


  • Author: Lyndy
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These orange rolls copycat Pillsbury sweet rolls are incredibly soft, fluffy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Made with real orange zest and topped with a tangy orange glaze, they taste even better than the classic canned version and are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or special mornings.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more if needed)

Orange Filling:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 2 large oranges

Orange Glaze:

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 12 tablespoons milk (as needed)

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make Dough: Mix eggs, butter, salt, and yeast mixture. Gradually add flour and knead until soft and slightly tacky.
  3. First Rise: Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  4. Prepare Filling: Mix butter, sugar, and orange zest until smooth.
  5. Shape Rolls: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly, roll tightly, and slice into 12 rolls.
  6. Second Rise: Arrange rolls in greased 9×13 pan, cover, and rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.
  7. Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–28 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Glaze: Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

  • Milk temperature: Warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Extra flavor: Zest oranges directly into sugar to release oils.
  • Make ahead: Assemble rolls and refrigerate overnight before baking.
  • Storage: Keep airtight up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Freezer-friendly: Freeze unglazed rolls up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 28 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 26g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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