Few morning treats spark joy quite like a sweet roll fresh from the oven. These Ring-a-Ling Sweet Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic—less sticky, less sugary, and more balanced in flavor. Instead of the usual cinnamon overload and heavy icing, they feature a subtle almond filling and a gentle orange juice glaze that brightens each bite.

This recipe has stood the test of time since 1955, when Bertha Jorgensen of Portland, Oregon submitted it to a recipe contest. One taste, and it’s easy to see why it became a prizewinner.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Dough

4 to 4½ cups all-purpose flour divided

½ cup sugar divided

2 tsp salt

2 tsp grated orange peel zest of 1–2 oranges

2 packets dry active yeast

1 cup whole milk

⅓ cup butter

1 egg

For the Filling

1 cup powdered sugar

⅓ cup butter softened

1 cup ground almonds

½ tsp cinnamon

¼ tsp nutmeg

For the Glaze

3 tbsp powdered sugar

¼ cup orange juice

👩‍🍳 Instructions