Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls
Details
- Timing
- Timing
- Total:
- Bake:
- 17 Min.
- Prep:
- 1 Hr. 10 Min.
- Skill Level:
- Intermediate
- Yields:
- 12
Every morning is better when the kitchen is filled with the warm scent of cinnamon rolls! This Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls recipe features a fruity filling and sweet and tangy HERSHEY’S Cream Cheese Flavored Chips inside and out. The icing is the best part of this pastry, and the double cream cheese frosting on top adds a new layer of flavor. Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect start for Thanksgiving or a unique addition to your fall brunch menu. Explore more morning magic makers on our pastries page, featuring tarts, turnovers and more.
Ingredients & Directions
- Prep Time
- 1 hour 10 minutes
- Bake Time
- 17 minutes
- COOK TIME
- 25 minutes
- Cool Time
- 5 minutes
BAKE MODE:
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Ingredients
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1/4 cupbutter (cold, cubed)
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1 cupmilk
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1/4 cupwater (warm)
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1 Tbspactive dry yeast
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6 Tbspsgranulated sugar (divided)
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1egg
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1/2 tspsalt
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3-1/4 to 3 3/4 cupsall-purpose flour
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CRANBERRY FILLING Recipe Follows
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2 Tbspsorange juice
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6 Tbspsgranulated sugar
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1 cupfresh or frozen whole cranberries
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1/4 cupbutter (1/2 stick), softened
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6 Tbspspacked light brown sugar
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1 Tbsporange zest (from one orange)
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1/2 tspground cinnamon
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DOUBLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING Recipe Follows
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2 Tbspsbutter
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1/3 cupHERSHEY'S Cream Cheese Flavored Chips
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2 ozcream cheese, softened
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3/4 cuppowdered sugar
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1 to 2 Tbspsheavy whipping cream (if needed)
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Directions
Equipment Needed
13 x 9 x 2-inch Baking Pan
Measuring Cup
Saucepan
Mixer
Oven
Parchment Paper
Rubber Scraper
Rolling Pin
1
Combine butter and milk in medium saucepan; heat over medium heat just until the butter us melted. Remove from heat; cool to lukewarm.
2
Meanwhile, combine warm water, yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in bowl of stand mixer. Allow to sit until the mixture becomes foamy (about 10 minutes).
3
Add cooled milk mixture, remaining sugar, egg and salt to yeast mixture in stand mixer. Mix until combined. Mix in 2 cups flour. Continue adding remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until dough is sticky, but can be pulled from the sides of the bowl with a rubber scraper.
4
Transfer dough to large greased bowl, turning to coat dough. Cover; allow to rest until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
5
Make CRANBERRY FILLING. Place dough on lightly floured surface. Roll dough into 12 x 12-inch rectangle. Spread cranberry filling evenly over top of dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle filling with 1/2 cup cream cheese chips.
6
Spray 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or line pan bottom with parchment paper; set aside. Starting from bottom of long side of rectangle, roll dough to form 12-inch roll. Cut off very edge of ends; cut remaining roll into 12 even slices. Place slices in prepared pan. Cover; let rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
7
Heat oven to 350° F. Bake rolls 17 to 20 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Do not over bake.
8
Meanwhile, prepare DOUBLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING. Spread frosting on warm rolls and serve. Makes 12 rolls.
CRANBERRY FILLING:
Combine water and granulated sugar in medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Add cranberries, cooking until cranberries are bursting. Place fine mesh sieve over bowl; pour cranberries into sieve. Use a rubber scraper to press down on berries, pressing out as much of the liquid as possible. Discard liquid or save for another use.
Mix together butter and brown sugar in medium bowl. Add drained cranberries, orange zest and cinnamon, mixing thoroughly.
DOUBLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
Place butter and cream cheese chips in medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at MEDIUM (50%) 30 seconds; stir. If necessary, microwave at MEDIUM an additional 10 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred.
Add cream cheese, beat until well blended. Gradually beat in powdered sugar. If needed, add small amounts of heavy cream, beating until desired consistency. Makes generous 3/4 cup frosting.
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Nutrition FactsServings Per Container 12Serving size 1 roll (146g)Amount per servingCalories480% Daily Value*Total Fat 18g 23%Saturated Fat 12g 60%Trans Fat 0gCholesterol 55mg 18%Sodium 210mg 9%Total Carbohydrates 73g 27%Dietary Fiber 2g 7%Total Sugars 41gIncludes 37g Added Sugar 74%Protein 7gVitamin D 0mcg 0%Calcium 90mg 6%Iron 2mg 10%Potassium 166mg 4%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutritional advice.
