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Cardamom Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Cardamom Orange Cinnamon Rolls for a Cozy Morning Treat

Delightful Cardamom Orange Cinnamon Rolls combine exotic cardamom and refreshing orange icing for a perfect breakfast treat.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 cups Whole Buttermilk Warmed
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Can use all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Kosher Salt Use half if using table salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Can substitute with ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Omit if unavailable
  • 1 packet Instant or Rapid Rise Yeast Ensure quick rising
  • 2 large Eggs At room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Filling
  • 0.5 cups Dark Brown Sugar Can substitute with light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
For the Egg Wash
For the Orange Icing
  • 1 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons Orange Juice Freshly squeezed is best

Equipment

  • Oven
  • stand mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheet
  • muffin pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan and combine it with 1 cup of whole buttermilk. Heat gently to 110°F-115°F, then set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of bread flour, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of coarse kosher salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom, ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1 packet of instant yeast.
  3. Add the warmed butter and buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients along with 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until a rough dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough with a dough hook for about 5 minutes, adding flour as needed until the dough is soft and slightly tacky.
  5. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  6. After the first rise, punch down the dough, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
  7. On a floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a rectangle. Brush with ¼ cup melted unsalted butter.
  8. Mix ½ cup dark brown sugar, 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground cardamom. Sprinkle over the buttered dough.
  9. Roll the dough into a log and slice into 12 pieces. Place in a greased muffin pan and proof for 20 minutes.
  10. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Whisk 1 egg and brush it over the tops of the rolls.
  11. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Watch to prevent over-baking.
  12. Whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons orange juice and drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter and buttermilk are at the right temperature to activate the yeast. Adjust filling to taste for a delightful experience.

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