What better way to celebrate red, white and blue than with the fresh patriotic fruits of the summer? This 4th of July breakfast sparkler has everything but the kitchen sink with enough sugar and spice to satisfy all family and friends. Filled with cream cheese, walnuts and a dash of orange zest, this simple recipe is perfect as a morning brunch or afternoon snack for Independence Day weekend.
4th of July Breakfast Sparkler
1 c sugar1/2 c. walnuts, chopped
1 Tbsp. orange zest
2 11 oz. cans refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1 3oz cream cheese – cut in 20 squares
1/2 c. butter, melted
1 c. powdered sugar
2 Tbsp. orange juice
1. Combine sugar, pecans and orange zest in small bowl.
2. Cut each biscuit in half, place a cream cheese square and roll together.
3. Dip biscuit in melted butter and then in sugar mixture.
4. Place each biscuit around the outside of the bundt pan.
5. Drizzle remaining butter and sugar mixture over biscuits and bake at 350 for 30-35 min.
6. Mix together orange juice and powdered sugar for orange glaze to drizzle on top. Finish with sliced bananas, sliced strawberries and cherries.
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