Orange Coconut Crescents

4.8
(4)

'These rich rolls are perfect for brunch when served with fresh fruit and just-perked coffee,' notes Becky Bobier of South Sioux City, Nebraska. They start with convenient crescent rolls and get their special flavor from coconut and grated orange peel.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls

  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

  • cup flaked coconut

  • cup sugar

  • 1 tablespoon grated orange peel

GLAZE:

  • ¼ cup sugar

  • ¼ cup sour cream

  • 2 tablespoons orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine

Directions

  1. Separate crescent rolls; spread with butter. In a bowl, combine coconut, sugar and orange peel. Set aside 2 tablespoons for topping. Sprinkle remaining coconut mixture over butter. Roll up and place, point side down, on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F for 16-18 minutes or until golden brown.

  2. Meanwhile, combine glaze ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; boil for 3 minutes or until mixture is glossy. Cool slightly; pour over warm rolls. Sprinkle with reserved coconut mixture.