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Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze

Soft Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze for Holidays

Enjoy the festive taste of Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls with Orange Glaze, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Check expiration date for freshness.
  • 1 cup 2% Milk Warm to between 110°F and 115°F.
  • 1/4 cup Cane Sugar Brown sugar can be swapped for added flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (Room Temperature) Coconut oil can be used as a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with a flax egg or applesauce for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor and gluten strength.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest Lemon zest can be used as a substitute.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Dried cranberries can be used with adjusted sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Apple juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Extract Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar (for Filling) Adjust to taste preference.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Monk fruit sweetener is a good alternative.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese (Softened) Vegan cream cheese can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Additional Orange Zest Can be omitted if not available.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • medium pot
  • Baking Pan

Method
 

How to Make Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls
  1. Warm the 2% milk to between 110°F and 115°F.
  2. In a bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  3. In a stand mixer, mix the yeast mixture with butter and cane sugar. After it cools slightly, add in the egg and orange zest.
  4. Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour and salt into the mixture using a dough hook until combined.
  5. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and allow it to rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours.
  7. In a medium pot, combine fresh cranberries, orange juice, orange extract, and sugar. Cook until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
  8. After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the cranberry filling evenly.
  9. Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 even pieces.
  10. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking pan.
  11. Bake the rolls for 22-26 minutes, until golden brown.
  12. In a bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, additional orange zest, and orange extract. Blend until smooth.
  13. Once the rolls have cooled slightly, drizzle the creamy orange glaze over the tops.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store rolls in an airtight container. For optimal taste, consume within 3 days.

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