Description
Cranberry Orange Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful combination of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for brightening any morning gathering. These soft, gooey rolls filled with tart cranberries and fragrant orange zest are topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that will leave everyone craving more. Ideal for holidays or cozy weekends, these treats come together easily, ensuring a memorable breakfast experience anyone can create.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries (chopped)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and yeast. Warm milk to about 110°F and add along with melted butter. Stir until sticky dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar, cinnamon, orange zest, and cranberries.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle (½ inch thick), spread softened butter on top, and sprinkle the filling evenly.
- Roll tightly from one long edge into a log shape. Cut into about 12 equal pieces and place cut-side up in a greased baking dish.
- Preheat oven to 350°F; let rolls rise for another 30 minutes while the oven heats. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over slightly cooled rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg