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Orange Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

These Orange Pecan Cinnamon rolls are the perfect way to kick off your day! Gooey, fluffy with a slight crunch and warm orange icing
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

Roll

  • 1 cup Scalded Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 packet Dry Active Yeast (2 1/2 tsp)
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 4 cups All Purpose Flour
  • 2 tsp Salt

Filling

  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Pecans
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp Orange Zest
  • 3 tbsp Melted Butter

Icing

  • 5 tbsp Softened Butter
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice freshly squeezed is best!
  • 4 tsp Milk

Instructions
 

  • Place milk in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, the moment it reaches a boil remove from heat. (This process ensures that the milk won't affect the yeast's ability to rise. DO NOT SKIP)
  • In a mixing bowl (your standing mixing bowl if using one) pour the milk and add in the butter. Stir until butter is melted
  • Once the milk is lukewarm add the yeast, stir around and let sit for 10 min. (Too hot of a liquid can kill the yeast)
  • Using the hook attachment if using standing mixer, mix together sugar, eggs and salt then slowly add in the flour. (If not using standing mixer you can use a regular whisk then start kneading with your hands once the dough gets thicker. Knead for approx. 4-5 min or the low setting with the standing mixer
  • Form dough into a ball in the bowl and cover with plastic wrap and a dish towel in a warm place for 90 minutes
  • Preheat oven to 350
  • In a medium bowl, combine filling ingredients until well mixed paste like consistence
  • In an additional medium bow whisk together softened butter, vanilla extract, milk, orange juice and slowly add in powdered sugar
  • For a thicker consistency add in additional powdered sugar until desired thickness
  • Once dough has risen, punch down, knead and roll into a rectangular shape
  • Spread filling evenly on the whole surface, then roll it up!
  • Cut into even pieces about 1 1/2  inches thick
  • Place pieces on a greased baking sheet or dish & cover for about 20 min allowing to rise a little more
  • Pop in the oven for 20-25 min
  • You'll want to ice your rolls about 5 min after they come out of the oven
  • Let cool for an additional 5 min
  • Enjoy!

Notes

These Orange Pecan Cinnamon rolls are the perfect way to kick off your day! Gooey, fluffy with a slight crunch and warm orange icing
Keyword cinnamon roll, Homemade, Orange Cinnamon, Orange cinnamon pecan, orange cinnamon pecan roll, sweet roll