Name: Orange Cinnamon Sweet Rolls
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 4 1/4 hr
Yield: Makes 12 rolls
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons warm water (105-115°F) plus 2 teaspoons water at room temperature; 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons); 1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar; 5 to 5 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh orange zest; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F); 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened, plus additional for greasing bowl; 4 large eggs at room temperature 30 minutes, or submerged in a bowl of warm water (105°F) 5 minutes; Accompaniment: orange butter; an instant-read thermometer (for checking water and milk temperatures); a stand mixer with paddle and dough hook attachments; a clean kitchen towel (not terry cloth); parchment paper

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Orange Cinnamon Sweet RollsJohn Kernick

Nothing beats buttery sweet rolls fresh from the oven—and you get the pleasure of filling your house with their warm, yeasty scent as they bake.

Cooks' note:

Rolls can be baked 1 day ahead and cooled completely, then kept in sealed plastic bags or a large airtight container at room temperature. Reheat on a baking sheet in a 350°F oven 10 minutes.

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