190 minutes
Delicious and fragrant buns made with whole wheat flour, orange zest, and spices, filled with a sweet maple syrup and brown sugar mixture.
cups
cups
cups
Active Dry Yeast, Packet
0 oz
cups
cups
teaspoons
Orange Zest, Grated
teaspoons
Ground Cardamom
teaspoons
Ground Allspice
teaspoons
Vegan Margarine, Melted
tablespoons
tablespoons
Brown Sugar, Packed
cups
Orange Zest, Grated
tablespoons
Raisins, Coarsely Chopped
cups
Confectioners’ Sugar
cups
tablespoons
Orange Zest, Grated
teaspoons
tablespoons
tablespoons
1. Heat Soy Milk and Margarine
Heat the soy milk and vegan margarine in a small saucepan over low heat until the margarine melts. The mixture should be tepid, not hot, to prevent killing the yeast.
2. Activate Yeast
In a measuring cup, combine the warm water and active dry yeast and set it aside until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated and ready to help the dough rise.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, stir together 4 cups of flour, the granulated sugar, salt, orange zest, cardamom, and allspice.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the soy milk mixture and the foamy yeast mixture. Stir until a firm dough forms. If needed, add up to 1/4 cup more flour to achieve the right consistency.
5. Knead Dough
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for 6 to 8 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
6. Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and a clean dish towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
7. Prepare Filling
For the filling, combine the melted margarine and maple syrup, then brush this mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle the brown sugar and grated orange rind evenly over the surface, and add the raisins if using.
8. Roll and Cut Dough
Starting from one of the long sides, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 1.5-inch pieces and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheets.
9. Final Rise
Cover the rolls with a clean dish towel and let them rise for another 30 to 40 minutes until they have puffed up.
10. Bake Rolls
Preheat your oven to 350°F. If desired, brush the tops of the rolls with a little soy milk for a golden finish. Bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
11. Prepare Icing
While the rolls bake, prepare the icing by whisking together the confectioners’ sugar, margarine, orange rind, orange juice, and soy milk until smooth.
12. Drizzle Icing
Once the rolls have baked and cooled slightly, drizzle the orange icing over them.
Swap out the orange zest and spices for a filling of cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter. This is the classic version that most people know and love. For a twist, you can add raisins or nuts to the filling.
Replace the orange zest with lemon zest for a different citrus note and add a cup of fresh blueberries to the swirl mixture. The tartness of the lemon and the burst of juicy blueberries will provide a refreshing contrast to the sweet maple.
Use lemon zest in the dough and create a filling with fresh or frozen blueberries, crushed and mixed with lemon juice and sugar. This gives you a tangy and fruity bun that's perfect for summer.
Embrace the autumnal flavors by adding pumpkin spice to your dough and filling. Throw in some chopped pecans for texture. This will transform your buns into a seasonal treat that's perfect for cozy mornings.
Replace orange-spiced flavor with ground cardamom and add thin slices of pear to the swirl. Cardamom offers a complex, aromatic spice note, and the pear will add a subtle, sweet fruitiness.
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