Homemade Citrus Sweet Rolls Recipe

Name: Homemade Citrus Sweet Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: dough; 2 packages active dry yeast Red Star; 2 tablespoons sugar Dixie Crystal, divided; 1/4 cup warm water 110 - 115 degrees; 4 cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup butter cold, divided; 1 cup heavy whipping cream warm; 3 large egg yolks lightly beaten; 1/2 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons grated lemon peel; 2 tablespoons grated orange peel; glaze; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar Dixie Crystal; 2 tablespoons milk; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon orange juice

Servings: persons

dough
2 packages active dry yeast Red Star
2 tablespoons sugar Dixie Crystal, divided
1/4 cup warm water 110 - 115 degrees
4 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter cold, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream warm
3 large egg yolks lightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons grated orange peel
glaze
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar Dixie Crystal
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange juice

1
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 Tbsp. sugar in warm water. Let stand 5 minutes.
2
In a large bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups of the flour, the remaining sugar and the salt
3
Cut in 1/2 cup butter until crumbly. Add the yeast mixture, cream and egg yolks.
4
Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
5
Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top.
6
Refrigerator for 6 - 8 hours.
7
Punch the dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide in half; roll each half into a 15X12 inch rectangle.
8
Melt the remaining butter; brush over the dough.
9
Combine filling ingredients' sprinkle over the dough.
10
Roll up, jelly-roll style, beginning with a long side. Pinch the seam to seal.
11
Cut each roll into about 15 pieces. Place the slices, cut side down, in two greased 9 inch pie plates. Cover and let rise until doubled (about 45 minutes)
12
Bake at 375 degrees F for 20-25 minutes.
13
Combine glaze ingredients until smooth; drive over the warm rolls.
14
Cool in pans on wire racks.

1369

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: dough, 2 packages active dry yeast Red Star, 2 tablespoons sugar Dixie Crystal, divided, 1/4 cup warm water 110 - 115 degrees, and more.

Yes, Homemade Citrus Sweet Rolls falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Homemade Citrus Sweet Rolls

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions