Orange Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Orange Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g all-purpose flour; 1.5 tsp salt; 2.25 tsp instant dry yeast; 120 g sugar; 240 ml lukewarm freshly squeezed orange juice (heat slightly if necessary); 60 g unsalted melted butter (cooled to room temperature); 1 whole egg (at room temperature); 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 220 g brown sugar; 1 tbsp ground cinnamon; 0.5 tsp ground cardamom (optional); 3 whole oranges (zest only); 60 g unsalted melted butter (cooled to room temperature); 110 g cream cheese (at room temperature); 3 tbsp icing sugar; 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice

By Mason BrooksAug 13, 2026

Orange cinnamon rolls offer a delightful twist on traditional cinnamon rolls with their zesty, intense orange flavor complemented by warm spices and a soft, gooey texture. This recipe transforms a classic favorite by incorporating fresh orange juice into the dough, ensuring a unique taste experience. Perfect for brunch or tea time, these rolls are topped with a creamy orange icing that enhances their sweetness and adds a burst of citrus goodness.

Ingredients

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Servings

•500 g all-purpose flour
•1.5 tsp salt
•2.25 tsp instant dry yeast
•120 g sugar
•240 ml lukewarm freshly squeezed orange juice (heat slightly if necessary)
•60 g unsalted melted butter (cooled to room temperature)
•1 whole egg (at room temperature)
•0.5 tsp vanilla extract
•220 g brown sugar
•1 tbsp ground cinnamon
•0.5 tsp ground cardamom (optional)
•3 whole oranges (zest only)
•60 g unsalted melted butter (cooled to room temperature)
•110 g cream cheese (at room temperature)
•3 tbsp icing sugar
•0.5 tsp vanilla extract
•2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice

Instructions

1
Get the zest from the oranges first for the filling, then get the juice for the dough.
2
Mix the lukewarm orange juice, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.