Alabama Orange Rolls (All Steak Orange Roll Recipe Clone)

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If you’ve ever visited All Steak Restaurant in Cullman, Alabama, you’ve likely heard of their iconic orange rolls. These fluffy, citrus-infused treats are a staple of Southern cuisine, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and zest. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering them, this homemade version brings the magic of All Steak’s famous rolls straight to your kitchen.

Drive on I-65 in north-central Alabama and you are bound to see a billboard for All Steak‘s World Famous Orange Rolls. I had heard about these so-called rolls for years and had to try them for myself. The restaurant is situated in the small town of Cullman, Alabama, approximately 50 miles north of Birmingham and 55 miles south of Huntsville.

All Steak’s Orange Rolls are listed as one of Alabama’s 100 Dishes To Eat Before You Die. The bright orange rolls look like little rosettes and come in individual muffin liners and are covered in a syrupy sweet orange glaze.

A Slice of History

The orange rolls at All Steak Restaurant have earned a legendary status in Alabama. For decades, they’ve been delighting diners with their pillowy texture and vibrant orange flavor. Many customers visit the restaurant specifically to enjoy these rolls, often leaving with a box to share (or savor later). Now, you can recreate this cherished recipe at home and enjoy a taste of Alabama anytime you want.

While I am able to drive to All Steak and am able to buy their rolls, not everybody is. I thought it would be great to come up with a roll that is similar in taste to the world-famous rolls that we can all make at home, wherever that might be.

The original orange rolls are not as doughy or “fluffy” as traditional cinnamon rolls, so I had to think of what could be used for the dough. While I was shopping for ingredients, I saw canned crescent rolls and thought they would be a good substitute for homemade dough, as they would greatly shorten the prep time. It turns out that crescent rolls do make a pretty good substitute for the dough.

Let’s explore how to create sweet treats.

Ingredients

For this super-easy orange roll recipe, you need the following ingredients:

• 1 package crescent rolls
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• ¼ cup sugar

Sweet Orange Glaze

• 1-2 teaspoons orange zest
• ¾ cups sugar
• ¼ orange juice
• ¾ cups water

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners. (Aluminum foil or parchment liners work best for this recipe.)
2. Place sugar in a small bowl. Add the zest of one orange and mix until well combined. This will be the filling for the rolls. Set the sugar mixture aside.

1. Next, unroll the crescent rolls and pinch the seams together to form two rectangles.
2. Slather 1 tablespoon of butter over each half and then sprinkle the orange sugar on top.

1. Roll each rectangle up, starting with the longer sides.

1. Cut each half into six mini jelly rolls. Place each roll into parchment muffin liners in a muffin pan.

1. Bake them in your preheated oven for about 14 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

1. While they are baking, make the orange syrup glaze to spoon over them once they have cooled.

Orange Syrup Glaze

The syrupy glaze is made with the remaining zest from the orange, 3/4 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice, and 3/4 cup of water.

In about 5 minutes, the mixture should be boiling on medium-high heat, and the sugar should dissolve. Lower the temperature to medium and allow the syrup to “cook” for about another 5 minutes. Let the mixture cool while the rolls are cooling.

Spoon a little of the glaze – somewhere between a teaspoon and a tablespoon – over each roll. While these rolls are not as gooey as All Steak’s, they still have the orange flavor and are reminiscent of the restaurant’s signature favorite.

If homemade rolls make your heart (and kitchen) happy, be sure to check out a few more favorites. My Orange Rolls recipe gives you that same bright citrus flavor in a cinnamon roll-style twist, Milk Bread Cinnamon Rolls are soft, pillowy perfection, and my Lambert’s Yeast Rolls Copycat brings that classic restaurant-style comfort right to your table. Each one is a must-try for anyone who loves baking from scratch.

Lynda – Southern Kissed

Alabama Orange Rolls

4.15 from 7 votes

These rolls have the orange flavor and are reminiscent of All Steak restaurant's signature, world-famous favorite.  

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 12 rolls

Course: Breads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 93

Ingredients Method Nutrition Video

Ingredients

  

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• 1 package crescent rolls
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• ¼ cup sugar

Orange Syrup Glaze

• 1-2 teaspoons orange zest
• ¾ cups sugar
• ¼ orange juice
• ¾ cups water

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
2. Place sugar in a small bowl. Add the zest one orange and mix well. This will be the filling for the rolls. Set aside.
3. Unravel crescent rolls into two large rectangles, pinching seams to seal.
4. Spread 1 tablespoon of butter over each rectangle. Sprinkle with orange sugar.
5. Roll up each rectangle tightly, beginning on long side.
6. Cut each rectangle into 6 slices and place each slice into the prepared muffin pan.
7. Bake for 14-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
8. Spoon 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of orange syrup glaze over each roll.

Orange Syrup Glaze

1. In a medium saucepan, combine ¾ cups sugar, 1-2 teaspoon orange zest, ¼ cup orange juice, and ¾ cups water.
2. Cook over medium-high heat just until sugar dissolves and mixture begins to boil. Reduce heat and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 18gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 26mgSugar: 17g

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Storage and Reheating

Storage : Keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.

Reheating : Warm rolls in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for a few minutes.Storage

Last Bite

We’d love to see how your orange rolls turn out! Tag us @SouthernKissed on social media and share your photos and experiences. Let us know in the comments below if these rolls bring a little bit of Alabama sunshine to your table.