Best 3 Orange Pull Apart Bread Recipes

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Orange pull apart bread is a delicious and visually appealing sweet bread perfect for special occasions or everyday enjoyment. Its unique texture, moist crumb, and sweet orange flavor set it apart from ordinary breads, making it a favorite among bakers and bread enthusiasts alike. This recipe guide will take you through the process of creating the perfect orange pull apart bread, from gathering the necessary ingredients to shaping and baking the bread to achieve that irresistible golden-brown crust and tantalizing aroma. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this article will provide you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to customize your bread and make it truly your own.

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GLAZED ORANGE PULL-APART BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Glazed Orange Pull-Apart Bread Recipe by Tasty image

This citrusy monkey bread levels up store-bought biscuit dough into a decadent pull-apart dessert. Quarter the biscuits and toss in a mixture of sugar, butter, orange zest, and vanilla, then bake to golden brown perfection and finish with a creamy orange glaze. You won't be able to keep your hands away!

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 sticks unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for greasing
2 cans refrigerated biscuit
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 oranges, zested
1 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Brush a 10-cup Bundt pan with melted butter.
  • Cut each biscuit into quarters and transfer to a large bowl. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, salt, and orange zest and toss to coat the biscuit pieces evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and gently press in an even layer.
  • Bake until golden brown and puffed, 50-55 minutes. Transfer the pan to a baking sheet and let cool for 10 minutes, then invert the bread onto the baking sheet and let cool for 20 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons orange juice in a small bowl to form a thick glaze. Add more orange juice as needed to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled bread, then transfer the bread to a platter and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 33 grams

ORANGE DREAM PULL-APART BREAD



Orange Dream Pull-Apart Bread image

My baking therapy is to make treats for friends and co-workers. This pull-apart bread makes everyone smile as they face a busy day. -Vickie Friday Martin, Scroggins, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
2 tubes (7-1/2 ounces each) small refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (10 count)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cut cream cheese into 20 pieces. Using a small knife, cut a horizontal pocket into the side of each biscuit; fill each with a piece of cream cheese. Pinch opening to seal., In a shallow bowl, mix brown sugar, pecans and orange zest. Dip biscuits in melted butter; roll in brown sugar mixture. Stand biscuits on their side in a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan., Bake until golden brown, 35-40 minutes. Cool in pan 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Fat 30g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 612mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

ORANGE PULL-APART BREAD



Orange Pull-Apart Bread image

"The recipe for this appealing breakfast loaf came from my sister, who's an excellent cook," relates Kristin Salzman of Fenton, Illinois. "Brushed with a sweet orange glaze, the bread is so popular I usually double or triple the recipe."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Open tube of crescent rolls; do not unroll. Place on a greased baking sheet, forming one long roll. Cut into 12 slices to within 1/8 in. of bottom, being careful not to cut all the say through. Fold down alternating slices from left to right to form a loaf. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Combine butter, honey and orange zest; brush over the loaf. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • For a zesty twist, use freshly squeezed orange juice and orange zest instead of the store-bought varieties.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To ensure that the bread cooks evenly, make sure to use a loaf pan that is approximately 9x5 inches in size.
  • Before pouring the batter into the loaf pan, grease and flour the pan to prevent sticking.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough and dense bread.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The baking time may vary depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the bread to prevent overbaking.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely before serving. This will help the bread to set and make it easier to pull apart.

Conclusion:

Orange pull-apart bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy orange flavor, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you serve it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this bread is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give orange pull-apart bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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