Orange Breakfast Ring
A delightful breakfast treat featuring a flaky roll filled with orange-flavored cream cheese and topped with a sweet glaze. Its bright citrus notes and inviting presentation make it perfect for weekend brunches or special mornings with family and friends.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Combine grated orange peel, sugar, and softened cream cheese until well mixed.
- Unroll both cans of refrigerated crescent roll dough.
- Press seams together to form a continuous sheet.
- Spread the orange cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll up the dough as a jelly roll.
- Form the roll into a ring shape and place on a jelly roll pan.
- From outside, cut halfway to the center of the ring at about 2-inch intervals.
- Give each cut piece a half turn to create a pinwheel effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm ring before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter version, consider using low-fat cream cheese and a sugar substitute. You can also swap out the almonds for pecans or walnuts if you prefer a different nut flavor. To enhance the orange flavor, add a splash of orange extract to the cream cheese mixture. Make sure to keep an eye on the baking time to avoid over-browning.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your Orange Breakfast Ring warm, drizzled with the orange glaze, and consider pairing it with a side of fresh fruit for a refreshing contrast. It also goes wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea, making it perfect for brunch. For a delightful dessert, serve alongside a slice of Creamy Rhubarb Pie.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover Orange Breakfast Ring in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, simply place slices in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Orange Breakfast Ring contains roughly 182 calories, with 4g protein, 26g carbohydrates, and 8g fat. It is a good source of vitamin C (15% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (11% of the Daily Value). It also contributes 3g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the cream cheese filling and roll the dough into a ring shape the night before. Cover tightly and refrigerate it. Bake in the morning for a fresh breakfast treat!
What can I use instead of almonds?
If you have nut allergies or preferences, you can omit the nuts completely or replace them with sunflower seeds or shredded coconut for added texture without the nuts.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this Orange Breakfast Ring is suitable for vegetarian recipes as it contains no meat or animal-derived ingredients aside from dairy. Just ensure that the crescent roll dough is vegetarian-friendly.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).