Citrus Orange Roll Casserole
Introduction
Imagine waking up to the sweet, zesty aroma of freshly baked orange rolls filling your kitchen. This Citrus Orange Roll Casserole brings together soft, pillowy dough with a luscious brown sugar-orange filling and a bright, glossy glaze. Perfect for weekend breakfasts, brunches, or special holiday mornings, it’s a treat that feels indulgent yet comforting. Whether you opt for the homemade dough or a convenient shortcut with refrigerated cinnamon rolls, each bite is a harmonious swirl of buttery, citrusy, and cinnamon-spiced goodness that’s impossible to resist.
Ingredients
Option A: Homemade Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (375 g)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- 2¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
- ¾ tsp salt (4 g)
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F / 180 ml)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (½ stick / 57 g)
- 1 large egg
Option B: Shortcut Dough
- 2 (16.3 oz / 462 g) cans refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (discard icing packets)
For the Orange Filling
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (115 g)
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar (150 g)
- 2 tbsp fresh orange zest (from about 2 oranges)
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice (15 ml)
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon (3 g)
- Pinch of salt
For the Orange Glaze
- 1½ cups powdered sugar (180 g)
- 2–3 tbsp fresh orange juice (30–45 ml)
- 1 tsp orange zest (2 g)
- 1 tbsp melted butter (optional, for richness)
Directions
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