Treasure Filled Coffee Ring
A delightful sweet pastry with a crunchy pecan topping and a cream cheese filling, perfect for brunch or dessert, appealing to breakfast lovers and sweet tooths alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Use shortening to grease a 12-cup fluted tube pan (nonstick).
- Combine sugar, orange peel, and chopped pecans; set aside.
- Separate the biscuits and flatten each into a round.
- Spread softened cream cheese on each biscuit.
- Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the cream cheese.
- Roll up each biscuit from the wide side to form a spiral.
- Arrange the rolled biscuits in the prepared pan, standing on their sides.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a creamier filling, let the cream cheese soften at room temperature before spreading it on the biscuits. You can substitute chopped walnuts or almonds for pecans if desired. To add a bit of spice, consider mixing a pinch of cinnamon into the sugar mixture. For a citrus twist, lemon peel can be used instead of orange peel.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slices of the coffee ring warm or at room temperature, ideally alongside a cup of coffee or tea. It also pairs beautifully with a light fruit salad or yogurt for a balanced breakfast or brunch. For a festive touch, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place the coffee ring in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes, or until warmed through. This will help regain some of the original texture and flavor.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Treasure Filled Coffee Ring contains roughly 472 calories, with 2g protein, 8g carbohydrates, and 50g fat. It is a good source of vitamin C (14% of the Daily Value).
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 coffee ring ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the coffee ring up to the point of baking. Cover the assembled pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate it overnight. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.
What can I use instead of Hungry Jack biscuits?
If you don't have Hungry Jack biscuits, you can use any refrigerated biscuit dough, such as Pillsbury Grands. Alternatively, you can make homemade biscuit dough for a more personalized touch, following any traditional American recipes you prefer.
Is this recipe suitable for freezing?
Yes, you can freeze the baked coffee ring. Allow it to cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to two months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat before serving.
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).