Soft Mini Orange Rolls (Print)

Pillowy mini rolls with zesty orange sugar and bright citrus glaze, baked to golden perfection in 30 minutes.

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough

→ Filling

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon orange zest
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Glaze

06 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
07 - 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon orange zest, optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
02 - Unroll crescent dough on a clean surface and pinch perforations to seal, forming one large rectangle.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together softened butter, granulated sugar, orange zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
04 - Evenly spread orange filling over the entire dough rectangle.
05 - Starting from the longer side, tightly roll dough into a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces.
06 - Place rolls cut-side up on prepared baking sheet or into mini muffin tin.
07 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
08 - While rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar and orange juice, adding juice gradually to achieve pourable consistency. Stir in orange zest if desired.
09 - Cool rolls for 5 minutes, then drizzle with orange glaze. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes—perfect for busy mornings or last-minute entertaining
  • Uses convenient crescent roll dough, so no yeast or rising time required
  • Fresh orange zest and juice create bright, natural citrus flavor
  • Makes 12 perfectly portioned mini rolls—ideal for sharing
  • Simple enough for beginner bakers, impressive enough for special occasions
  • Easily customizable with nuts, extracts, or different citrus varieties
02 -
  • Use fresh orange zest and juice for the brightest, most authentic citrus flavor
  • Don't skip pinching the dough perforations—this creates a smooth canvas for even rolling
  • Roll the dough tightly but not so tight that the filling squeezes out the sides
  • For uniform rolls, use a ruler or visual guide to mark even slices before cutting
  • Let rolls cool for at least 5 minutes before glazing so the icing doesn't completely melt off
  • These are best enjoyed fresh the day they're made, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days
  • Reheat leftover rolls in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to restore their soft, warm texture
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