Candy Cane Rolls

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Servings: 24 Difficulty: Advanced
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Soft, sweet yeast rolls shaped like festive candy canes and finished with a simple sugar glaze.
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These Candy Cane Rolls are a charming holiday treat that brings a touch of nostalgia to your Christmas table. Made with a soft, enriched yeast dough studded with sweet candied cherries, these rolls offer a delightful contrast between fluffy texture and chewy fruit bits. The dough is rolled into strips, twisted into iconic cane shapes, and baked until golden brown. A light, creamy confectioner’s sugar glaze adds the perfect finishing touch. They are easy to make, requiring just basic pantry staples, and are wonderful served warm with coffee or as part of a festive morning brunch. The subtle sweetness makes them perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season.

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Candy Cane Rolls

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 24 Calories: 1342.0

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These Candy Cane Rolls are a charming holiday treat that brings a touch of nostalgia to your Christmas table. Made with a soft, enriched yeast dough studded with sweet candied cherries, these rolls offer a delightful contrast between fluffy texture and chewy fruit bits. The dough is rolled into strips, twisted into iconic cane shapes, and baked until golden brown. A light, creamy confectioner's sugar glaze adds the perfect finishing touch. They are easy to make, requiring just basic pantry staples, and are wonderful served warm with coffee or as part of a festive morning brunch. The subtle sweetness makes them perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
  2. Add warm milk, sugar, shortening, salt, egg and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth.
  3. Stir in cherries.
  4. Add enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough.
  5. Turn onto a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
  6. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
  7. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  8. Punch dough down; let rest for about 10 minutes.
  9. Divide dough into half.
  10. Roll each half into a 12x7-inch rectangle.
  11. Cut twelve 1-inch strips from each rectangle.
  12. Twist each strip and place 2-inches apart on greased baking sheets, shaping one end like a cane.
  13. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
  14. Bake at 375F (191&# 194;°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  15. Cool completely.
  16. Combine confectioner's sugar and milk; frost rolls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1342.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.5g29%
Saturated Fat 6.0g30%
Cholesterol 1.0mg1%
Sodium 5032.1mg210%
Total Carbohydrate 264.5g89%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g31%
Sugars 78.2g
Protein 26.7g54%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: candy cane, yeast rolls, holiday baking, christmas dessert, candied cherries, sweet rolls, glazed rolls, winter treats, festive bread, easy yeast dough
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