Orange Crescent Swirls Recipe

Start your day with a burst of sunshine! These delightful Orange Crescent Swirls are quick and easy to make, using refrigerated crescent roll dough for ultimate convenience. Imagine warm, gooey orange swirls, bursting with citrus flavor – the perfect impressive breakfast treat, inspired by the Foote Creek Bed & Breakfast in Aberdeen, South Dakota. For warmer climates, chill the dough briefly before slicing to prevent sticking. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 84.9 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Orange Crescent Swirls

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How to Make Orange Crescent Swirls

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12x1/2 inch pizza pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup margarine, 1 tablespoon orange zest, and 1/4 cup orange juice.
  3. Mix well over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
  4. Set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Separate the crescent roll dough from the cans, but do not unroll. Keep the dough in log form.
  6. Cut each crescent roll log into 12 slices.
  7. Arrange the slices evenly in the prepared pizza pan.
  8. Pour the brown sugar mixture evenly over the crescent roll slices.
  9. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Carefully remove the warm Orange Crescent Swirls from the pan using a spatula.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

4g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Orange Crescent Swirls?

Orange Crescent Swirls takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Orange Crescent Swirls?

Orange Crescent Swirls has approximately 84.9 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Orange Crescent Swirls?

The key ingredients for Orange Crescent Swirls are Brown Sugar, Butter, Orange Zest, Orange Juice, Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls. See the full list with measurements above.

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