The first time I made these orange rolls was this past Easter. Unfortunately, their presentation wasn't the best, and no amount of turning them to get their best side improved their appearance or my temperament and I decided not to post. So, this is my second attempt, and alas, my skill at rolling them them for a beautiful presentation hasn't improved, but I'm posting away.I selected the four prettiest rolls for you; the other 14 rolls seemed to have a mind of their own, more so than these four, rising in all manner of disrespectful direction and size. Grins. Oh, well.
Regardless of their appearance, these rolls are light and fluffy and without question the single best breakfast roll I have ever made. I used two mineolas which probably yielded more orange zest than two regular sized oranges, as well as the mineola juice. The fresh citrusy flavor and aroma just filled my senses. As the rolls were baking, Ole Sweetie-Pi couldn't find enough reasons to walk through the kitchen to catch a whiff. I barely had spooned on the frosting and he was there waiting for me to offer him the first hot, gooey roll. I gladly obliged him, but I had beaten him to the first bite though. I ate one while I was frosting the rest!
These rolls take some time to put together; I spent about four hours this morning beginning with pulling out the first bowl to taking the first warm, drippy frosting, orange-filled, fragrant bite. It was totally worth the effort, and no question, this recipe is a a keeper.
Katy, these sound (and look!) so delicious. I love orange rolls, even though I've only ever had them from the "canned" pre-made, just cook'em type. I would love to try making these! I think I may be drooling :P
ReplyDeleteGirlichef, these are soooo good. I can't praise them enough.
ReplyDeleteKaty I would have loved to bite into a soft frosted roll that looked like these to this morning. Heck, I'd love to bite into one right now!
ReplyDeleteI love citrus anything and these rolls sound out of this world. I've put these on my to-do list.
ReplyDeleteOh, these are truly lovely. The sound of the name alone leaves me wanting to try them.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE, LOVE any Lion House recipe, but these orange rolls are among my very favorite. Yours turned out beautifully!
ReplyDeleteYum, yum, gimme some. Those are just beautiful, Katy.
ReplyDeleteWell....I certainly know what you mean about disrespectful rolls! Grin...I made cinnamon rolls today and they just would not cooperate! Grin...I have to laugh...my mom would roll her eyes if she knew I was 'primping and posing' my food for pictures. Ha!
ReplyDeleteAt anyrate...these DO look good. Yum...I must go scout out that recipe now! Hey...Katy dear....at some point...if you so wish....could I email you? No email noted on your profile which is fine but would love to have a chance to chat once 'off blog'. If you wish....
Okay...later sister to the south!
Trish, I'd like that very much!
ReplyDeleteThese are pretty - and pretty or not pretty I bet they taste wonderful! Your story reminds me of watching Julia Child and Martha Stewart a number of years back making kroukembouche (I know I've messed up that word completely) and Martha's looked perfect (of course) but Julia Child's was messier and I just loved that. Food doesn't have to look perfect to be delicious.
ReplyDeleteThe rolls look wonderful. They sound delicious with orange. I wish I had one right now with my coffee!
ReplyDeleteKaty there is no doubt about it!! You are an unbelievable baker. These rolls sound just incredible.
ReplyDeleteOMG...I just have to try those, YUMMY!! I have to say I would either love or hate to be your neighbor, as I think I would weigh about 600 pounds LOL..I love to bake and cook as well, and thing we would be in trouble LOL..Orange rolls are my FAVE, most people like the Cinnamon rolls, but, I always preferred the orange ones..TY, Katy, for another awesoem recipe! blessings, Diana
ReplyDeleteKaty, these rolls look amazingly delicious! Wish I had one right now!
ReplyDeleteI can just imagine the orange smell as they are baking! I really should give these a try!
ReplyDeleteKaty they are gorgous!! I need to make these, I love orange, where do you find the recipe for the Lion House Dinner Rolls??
ReplyDeleteBunny, click on the link "these orange rolls" in the first paragraph. It will take you directly to the recipe. I went in and edited the post to put the words in bolder print and chose a more vivid color.
ReplyDeleteMy apologies for not making this clearer. Thanks for asking the question. I learned something important!
Katy, These rolls look divine no matter what you think. I bet my kiddos would have loved these while staying at Lake Lure.
ReplyDeleteGeeze, Dear Ladies, thank you for all your kind compliments!
ReplyDeleteKristen, I just loved Julia Child. She was so down to earth and real!
Well, I love orange and bread. Both combined sounds great!
ReplyDeleteThese look really good!! Soft and fluffy and ooey-gooey, I can almost taste them!
ReplyDeleteI saw your blog on Teresa's and she had just posted your orange rolls. They look fabulous. I can't wait to look around at more of your recipes!
ReplyDeleteI love orange rolls (way better than cinnamon rolls in my opinion)!
ReplyDeleteWell I started off drooling at your cinnamon rolls, but then after reading your description of THESE, I had to come take a look. Needless to say, now I am in mega-drool mode, and have printed this out. I love, love, love orange rolls. I make the quickie variety (the kind that start with canned biscuits) every year for Christmas brunch. My family doesn't care what else I make for the holidays, as long as I include the orange rolls ;) So I suspect that even though this is a different recipe, it will go over big in my family. Thanks so much for sharing, Katy!
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