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Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls: These gooey blueberry orange sweet rolls are so delicious and so easy to put together! 

Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls | A Latte Food Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls | A Latte FoodYou can never go wrong with a good cinnamon roll or sweet roll. Never. 

Plus, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and both blueberries and oranges are considered super foods, so it’s almost like these rolls are healthy. While there is an abundance of sugar and carbs in these rolls, we can’t ignore facts. And the facts tell us that blueberries and oranges are two of the best foods we can possibly eat.

So, you know that proverbial saying, “If a tree falls in the forest and no one is around to hear it, did it make a sound?” Well, if these fruits are drenched in sugar, do they still retain any of their nutrients?

I’m sorry I asked, because I do not want to know the answer.

Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls | A Latte FoodRegardless of the health benefits (or lack thereof), these blueberry orange sweet rolls are so, so delicious.

And that’s an understatement.

Lemon and blueberry is the usual spring combination, but I’ve been digging the blueberry orange combo, hence these Blueberry Orange Crumb Muffins, which were on point. I’m telling you, orange is the new yellow.

I don’t really mean that because I love lemon more than most people, so let’s just say it’s pretty much a tie when it comes to mixing citrus with blueberries.

Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls | A Latte FoodThese sweet rolls might look like they have a lot of steps, but they really are simple.

They begin with my tried and true dough recipe, the same one I use here.

These rolls begin by activating the yeast in warm milk (105-115 degrees). Once the yeast has grown foamy and bubbly (about a few minutes), give it a stir, and pour it into the bowl of a standing mixer. While you can use a hand mixer, a standing mixer is definitely easier.

Next, you’ll add orange juice, milk, sugar, egg, butter, salt, and vanilla extract to the yeast. Next, add in the flour, slowly. Mix the dough until it pulls from the sides and forms itself into a ball. If the dough is sticky, add in a little more flour. If it is springy, it is ready to go.

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead the dough for about 5 minutes. Kneading the dough allows for the dough to become elastic, which is essential to the dough rising well. Place dough in an oiled bowl (I used cooking spray) and allow to rise either overnight or in a warm, non-drafty place for about 1 1/2 – 2 hours (preheat the oven to 175 degrees, turn it off, then allow the dough to rise in there). Make sure to cover the dough with a lightly damp towel.

Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls | A Latte FoodOnce the dough has doubled in size, punch the dough down and then roll out into a rectangle, about 1/8″ to 1/4″ thick. Spread softened butter over the dough. Next, spread orange marmalade over the dough (and butter). Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture. Spread blueberries over the top.

Tightly roll the dough up and slice into 12-15 even rolls. You can use whatever pan you have on hand (I used two 9″ cake pans with 6 rolls in each). Make sure to grease to the pans thoroughly. Place rolls in the pan making sure there is space between them. Allow the rolls to rise again for about 30 minutes, or until the rolls have expanded and are touching each other.

Bake at a 375 degree oven for about 15 minutes.

While baking, make the orange glaze. Drizzle over the rolls once they have come out of the oven.

Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls | A Latte Food

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Blueberry Orange Sweet Rolls
Prep Time
4 hrs
Cook Time
15 hrs
 
Servings: 12 -15 Rolls
Ingredients
Dough
  • 1 package active dry yeast 2 1/4 tsp
  • 1/2 c warm milk 105-115 degrees
  • 1/2 c orange juice fresh or bottled
  • 3-3 1/2 c all purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp butter softened to room temperature
  • 1/4 c sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
Filling
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1/4 c sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 c orange marmalade
  • 1 to 1 1/2 c blueberries
Orange Glaze
  • 1 - 1 1/2 c powdered sugar
  • 1 Tbsp butter melted
  • 3 Tbsp orange juice fresh
  • zest of 1 orange
  • 1 - 2 Tbsp milk
Instructions
Dough
  1. Dissolve yeast into 1/2 cup of warm milk. Once it turns foamy you know it's activated (about 4-5 minutes). If it doesn't turn foamy, your yeast is dead and you'll need to use another packet.
  2. Mix (in a standing mixer or hand held) yeast with orange juice, butter, sugar, salt, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add flour slowly, as to not explode flour everywhere. Start with 3 cups of flour.
  4. Mix dough until it pulls away from the bowl and turns into a ball. If the dough is sticky, add in the extra 1/2 cup of flour. If the dough is springy, it's ready.
  5. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes. Form into a ball.
  6. Place in an oiled bowl (I used cooking spray) and allow it to double in size, overnight in the fridge or for 1 1/2 - 2 hours in a warm place**
Filling
  1. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface. The dough should be about 14x8" or 1/8" - 1/4" thick.
  2. Spread 2 Tbsp of butter over the dough, then spread 1/4 cup of orange marmalade over the butter.
  3. Mix together sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over the marmalade.
  4. Spread 1 cup blueberries over the rolls. If you want more blueberries, sprinkle the other 1/2 cup of blueberries over the rolls.
  5. Tightly roll up the dough and cut into 12-15 even slices.
  6. Place in two 9" greased cake pans (or any baking dish you have) making sure there is space between each roll. Allow to rise once again for 30 minutes, or until the rolls have risen and are touching each other.
  7. Bake in a 375 degree oven for about 15-17 mintutes, or until golden brown.
Orange Glaze
  1. Mix melted butter, orange juice, zest, powdered sugar, and milk together. Once it reaches your desired consistency, pour over the warm cinnamon rolls.
  2. Eat and enjoy!
Recipe Notes

**Preheat the oven to 175 degrees, turn it off, then allow the dough to rise in there. Make sure to cover the dough with a lightly damp towel.

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Comments

  1. Lacey says

    April 10, 2015 at 7:17 am

    Oh my gosh these look amazing!!!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      April 13, 2015 at 8:55 pm

      Thanks, Lacey! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

    April 10, 2015 at 8:03 am

    If I had these waiting for me in the morning, I would be jumping out of bed!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      April 13, 2015 at 8:55 pm

      Thanks, Natalie! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    April 11, 2015 at 6:25 am

    Oh these sweet rolls look fantastic, Michelle! I love the blueberry and orange combination! This sounds like the perfect weekend breakfast!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      April 13, 2015 at 8:55 pm

      Thanks, Gayle! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says

    April 11, 2015 at 2:05 pm

    Totally breakfast food in my books. So perfect for Spring!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      April 13, 2015 at 8:55 pm

      Thanks, Ashley! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Danielle says

    April 12, 2015 at 9:31 am

    Blueberry and orange is a fantastic combination! I kind of wish I had one of these right now. These look so soft and perfect too!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      April 13, 2015 at 8:54 pm

      Thanks, Danielle! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Megan - The Emotional Baker says

    April 13, 2015 at 3:19 am

    I never make sweet rolls because I can never get them to cook all the way through. I’m willing to give them another try because this flavor combo is awesome!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      April 13, 2015 at 8:54 pm

      Thanks, Megan! These are totally worth it! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Amallia @DesireToEat says

    April 24, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    wow…looks so appetizing! perfect for my breakfast 🙂

    Reply
  8. Jack Smith says

    April 16, 2018 at 1:54 am

    5 stars
    These rolls look utterly delicious and perfect for weekend brunch! YUM!

    Reply
  9. Leona Julian says

    September 24, 2019 at 5:17 am

    Michelle, I am going to use my bread machine to make the dough, then after the first rise, remove dough from my bread pan and follow your instruction for making the rolls. It saves me time to do the mixing/kneading in the machine. I have had 6 spinal surgeries and standing for a long while is not my easiest thing to do, so it helps to have short cuts plus not much mess as well! If the dough is less than 4 cups, I can use my bread machine (a very old Panasonic!) to mix, knead and rise the first time. It helps so much. You might try this method some time if you have a bread machine! I KNOW these will be delicious. Blueberries are so delicious and healthy!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      September 28, 2019 at 7:10 pm

      That sounds like a great idea! I don’t have a bread machine, but it has been on my list to get for a while. Hope you enjoy these! ❤️

      Reply

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