Cranberry Almond Sweet Rolls Recipe

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Perfect for brunch or a festive luncheon, these delicious sweet rolls feature tangy cranberries, crunchy almonds and vanilla chips. I don't save them just for special occasions, though. They're fun to serve anytime!

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Cranberry Almond Sweet Rolls Recipe

Prep: 35 min. + rising Bake: 20 min.

Yield: 12 Servings

35 20 55

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup finely chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1 package (11 ounces) white baking chips, divided
1 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
3 to 4 teaspoons 2% milk

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the contents of the hot roll mix and yeast packet with the sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Stir in the warm water, egg and butter to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes.
Roll into a 15-in. x 10-in. rectangle; sprinkle with cranberries. Set aside 1/2 cup vanilla chips for glaze. Sprinkle almonds and remaining chips over cranberries.
Roll up, starting with a long side; pinch edge to seal. Cut into 12 slices; place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes.
Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from pan to a wire rack.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt reserved vanilla chips; stir until smooth. Stir in the confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over warm rolls. Yield: 1 dozen.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 377 calories, 17 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 28 mg cholesterol, 301 mg sodium, 50 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 8 g protein.

Originally published as Cranberry Almond Sweet Rolls in Country Woman Christmas Annual 1999, p15