CRANBERRY OAT KNOTS

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In Andrew, Iowa, Rosann Knox uses the dough setting on her bread machine to help prepare these golden rolls. The orange flavor and dried cranberries give the tender treats a special taste for the holidays or anytime.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)
1/4 cup warm orange juice (70° to 80°)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
3 cups bread flour
3 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 cup dried cranberries
Additional melted butter

Steps:

In bread machine pan, place the first 11 ingredients in the order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed). When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Let rest for 15 minutes., On the floured surface, roll dough into an 18x10-in. rectangle; cut into eighteen 1-in. strips. Tie each strip into a knot. Tuck ends under. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. , Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until browned. Brush with melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.