Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- In the bowl of a stand mixer with paddle attachment, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, salt, orange zest, and yeast. Mix well.
- Heat milk and butter in a small saucepan until reaches 120°F-130°F.
- Pour the warm milk mixture into the flour mixture, mix on low until moistened, then increase to medium and mix for 3 minutes.
- Remove the bowl from the mixer and stir in remaining flour to form a stiff dough.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap and a towel, and let rise until doubled, about 35-50 minutes.
- Mix confectioners' sugar, butter, and walnuts until combined for the filling.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Punch down the dough and roll into a rectangle about 14x20 inches.
- Spread filling over half of the rectangle, fold over, and cut into 16 strips.
- Twist each strip 4-5 times, coil around center, and tuck ends under. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Cover rolls and let rise until doubled, about 45-50 minutes.
- Brush with beaten egg and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Mix confectioners' sugar and orange juice to make glaze. Drizzle over warm pastries.
Notes
Enjoy these delightful pastry rings as a sweet snack or dessert.
