Description
Cranberry Orange Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are the ultimate treat for any occasion. The delightful combination of tart cranberries and zesty orange, wrapped in fluffy cinnamon rolls, creates a cozy aroma that fills your kitchen. Topped with a creamy frosting, these rolls are perfect for holiday brunches or special gatherings. This simple yet impressive recipe will have your friends and family asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit until foamy (5-10 minutes).
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, butter, and eggs. Knead until smooth (8-10 minutes).
- Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (1-2 hours).
- Prepare filling: Roll out dough into a rectangle; spread softened butter over it, then sprinkle with sugar, cinnamon, orange zest, and cranberries.
- Roll & cut: Roll tightly from one edge; slice into approximately 12 pieces and place in greased pans.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Frost: Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; apply frosting to warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg