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Orange sweet rolls against a blue background with two cups of coffee and some flowers on the side.

Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Alex Brannian, Food Styling by Diana Yen

Inspired by the All Steak restaurant in Cullman, Alabama, these thinly-rolled, brightly-flavored orange rolls have both zest and juice, giving them an intoxicating aroma and a full burst of sweet citrus flavor.

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