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Orange Cardamom Rolls

Soft Orange Cardamom Rolls with Irresistible Glaze

These delightful Orange Cardamom Rolls filled with warm spices make for a cozy breakfast or festive treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar or a sweetener of choice.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cardamom Substitute with ground cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can use margarine or a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Full-fat coconut milk can be used.
  • 1 tsp Coarse Salt Sea salt works as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Warm Water Can use milk or dairy-free milk.
  • 2 tbsp Active Dry Yeast Ensure it's fresh; instant yeast can also be used.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can replace if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Use plain yogurt or a dairy-free yogurt as a substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs Flaxseed meal or chia seeds can substitute for vegan.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Can be omitted.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Coconut powdered sugar can be used for a lower-calorie option.
  • 2 tbsp Cream or Whole Milk Use any non-dairy milk as a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Zest of Orange Other citrus zests can be used for variation.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cardamom, butter, evaporated milk, and salt over low heat until butter melts. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix warm water with active dry yeast and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled mixture with flour, sour cream, eggs, and activated yeast, slowly adding flour until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Dough Kneading and Rising
  1. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 4 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Shape the dough into a ball and place in a greased bowl, turning to coat all sides with oil.
  3. Cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and allow to rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1.5 hours.
Filling and Shaping
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine softened butter, ground cinnamon, and sugar until a smooth paste forms.
  2. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently, turn it out onto a floured surface, and roll into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
  3. Spread the cinnamon-sugar paste over the surface, then roll tightly from one long side to the other.
  4. Cut the log into pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches wide, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Final Rise and Bake
  1. Cover the shaped rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rest for an additional 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Glazing
  1. While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, cream or milk, and orange zest in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Adjust consistency with more milk if necessary.
  3. Once the rolls have cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze generously over them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh and warm. For a smoother glaze, slightly warm it in the microwave before drizzling.

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