CRANBERRY NUT SWIRLS

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This recipe originated with my sister-in-law. It gets used a lot over the holidays when we want to pull a fast one on the guys in our family. They claim they don't like cranberries in any shape or form, but everyone enjoys these. -Carla Hodenfield, Ray, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely ground cranberries
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Combine butter, sugar, egg and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy, scraping the bowl occasionally. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture, beating well. Refrigerate at least 1 hour., Combine cranberries, walnuts and orange zest; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 10-in. square. Combine brown sugar and milk; brush over dough. Sprinkle with cranberry mixture to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up tightly, jelly-roll style. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate until firm, several hours or overnight. , Preheat oven to 375°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on well-greased baking sheets. Bake until edges are light brown, 14-15 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

christina sellers
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Yum!


Ntswaki Patients
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These swirls are beautiful and delicious. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Austin Rorke
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I love the combination of cranberries and nuts in these swirls. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Enan Islam248
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These are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Ahki Akter
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Great recipe! I added a bit of orange zest to the glaze and it was delicious.


MD KFK
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A bit too sweet for my taste, but still a good recipe.


Adams Anas
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These swirls are so easy to make and they look so impressive. I'm definitely going to make them again.


Richard Mackey
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I've made these swirls many times and they always turn out perfect. They're a great way to use up leftover cranberries.


wiz wiz
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These are the perfect holiday treat! They're easy to make, look festive, and taste amazing.


Chukwuma Praisedo
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I made these swirls for my family for breakfast and they were a big hit! The kids loved the colorful appearance and the adults enjoyed the delicious flavor.


Harry Parsons
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These cranberry nut swirls were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the combination of tart cranberries and sweet nuts.


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