These easy orange recipes bring zesty flavor to the table, from fresh fruit salads and desserts to citrus-glazed meats and savory mains.
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Orange Cheesecake Breakfast Rolls
From the Recipe Creator:
These yummy rolls are a nice change of pace from the typical brown sugar and cinnamon kind. They make a nice treat for breakfast or brunch. —Hannah Cobb, Owings Mills, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 284 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 201mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Easy Orange Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
We enjoy these tangy nuggets so many ways—over noodles or rice, in sandwiches, even on top of lettuce and cabbage. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice): 450 calories, 20g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 1294mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein.
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Fennel Orange Salad
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 143 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 6g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Citrus Coconut Steamed Cod
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to make this fusion meal on weeknights when I am short on time but want something big in flavor. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 330 calories, 15g fat (10g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 316mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
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Cranberry Walnut Bread
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this cranberry nut bread decades ago by combining a couple of recipes from my collection. A friend suggested I add even more cranberries. Now there's a big burst of tart cranberry and lots of crunchy nuts in every piece. —Dawn Lowenstein, Hatboro, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 169 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 258mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Orange Ricotta Pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
These popular pancakes are likely to spark a craving. For a different twist, switch the citrus ingredient to lime or lemon juice. —Brehan Kohl, Anchorage, Alaska
Nutrition Facts:
3 pancakes (calculated without syrup and confectioners' sugar): 449 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 654mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
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Orange-Glazed Pork Loin
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of the best pork recipes I've ever tried. My family looks forward to this roast for dinner, and guests always want the recipe. The flavorful rub, and the glaze brightened with orange juice, are also outstanding on pork chops. —Lynnette Miete, Alna, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked pork with 1 tablespoon glaze: 199 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Pig Pickin’ Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my favorite cakes. It’s moist and light yet so satisfying. I’ve been adapting it for years and now it’s almost guilt free. —Pam Sjolund, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 218 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 338mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Creamy Orange Caramels
From the Recipe Creator:
Each Christmas I teach myself a new candy recipe. Last year I started with my caramel recipe and added a splash of orange extract for fun. This year I just might try buttered rum extract. —Shelly Bevington-Fisher, Hermiston, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 69 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 27mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Tilapia with Citrus Sauce
From the Recipe Creator:
The lemon, lime and orange sauce adds zest to this flaky, delicate-flavored fish. —Francis Garland, Anniston, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/4 cup sauce: 197 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 142mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 fruit.
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Sunshine Crepes
From the Recipe Creator:
'My family wanted just a light brunch and coffee this year for Christmas morning, so I whipped up these sweet and fruity crepes that were a big hit with everyone! To save even more time, use pre-made crepes,” suggests Mary Hobbs, Campbell, Missouri.
Nutrition Facts:
2 crepes: 299 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Orange Onion Salad
From the Recipe Creator:
It's true—orange and onion really does sound like an unusual combination. But when my husband tasted Orange and Red Onion Salad for the first time, he told me, 'This one's worth at least three kisses!' I serve this salad with chicken...it likely would go well with fish, too. Up until a short time ago, we lived in the San Joaquin Valley, where almonds, peaches and other crops thrive. Now—along with our 17-year-old son and 12-year-old daughter—we're settling into our new home in the foothills and getting used to seeing row crops and dairy cows instead.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 193 calories, 18g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 207mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Lemon Orange Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to bake this lovely three-layer lemon and orange cake instead of a more traditional pie for Thanksgiving. It has that tangy Florida citrus flavor and isn't any more difficult to make than a two-layer cake. —Norma Poole, Auburndale, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 740 calories, 29g fat (16g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 114g carbohydrate (86g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Cranberry Orange Relish
From the Recipe Creator:
With its festive color and refreshing citrus-cranberry flavor, this lovely cranberry orange relish works well at holiday gatherings. It’s also convenient because you can make it in advance. —Clara Honeyager, North Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 68 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 0 protein.
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Orange Buttermilk Cupcakes
Nutrition Facts:
1 cupcake: 201 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Orange Appeal
From the Recipe Creator:
Oranges add color and great taste to winter meals! This dish looks very bright and appealing served in a glass bowl, and it's a light and easy dessert to finish off a hearty holiday meal. As far as I'm concerned, the citrusy aroma of oranges is a must at Christmas time! —Billie Moss, Walnut Creek, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 210 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 6g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 fruit.
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Pork Chops with Glaze
From the Recipe Creator:
Rosemary adds a special touch to these beautifully glazed pork chops that are just right for any meal. —Louise Gilbert, Quesnel, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 pork chop: 246 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 284mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Cranberry Orange Bread
From the Recipe Creator:
This orange cranberry bread is packed with the zesty taste of cranberries and orange peel. I suggest serving slices toasted with butter or cream cheese. —Ron Gardner, Grand Haven, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 98 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Chilled Fruit Cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This refreshing frozen salad is easy to assemble ahead and serve to a group at breakfast - or any time of day. It's a convenient and colorful addition to a holiday buffet. —Andrea Hawthorne, Mozeman, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 141 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Salmon with Mango-Citrus Salsa
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother would make this for us on weeknights in summer—this was the only way we would eat fish. You can make the salsa a day ahead of time. Just keep it in the refrigerator in a covered container until ready to use. —Najmussahar Ahmed, Canton, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/2 cup salsa: 433 calories, 26g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 516mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 fruit.
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Cranberry Orange Pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
As special as the holidays, these fluffy pancakes are drop-dead gorgeous, ready in just minutes and brimming with sweet, tart and tangy flavor. Seconds, anyone? —Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
3 pancakes with about 1/3 cup syrup: 574 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 177mg cholesterol, 1055mg sodium, 94g carbohydrate (53g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
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Arctic Orange Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
This frosty orange pie is so easy to make. I have tried lemonade, mango and pineapple juice concentrates instead of orange, and my family loves each one. —Marie Przepierski, Erie, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 248 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Orange Lemonade
From the Recipe Creator:
This juice is a favorite at our place. I'll often double the batch and send a jar next door to my mother-in-law! I was looking for a way to sweeten lemonade without using more sugar when I came up with the recipe. —Wendy Masters, Grand Valley, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 136 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These are among my family's favorite cookies around Christmas. The cran-orange flavor makes them special. —Nancy Rollag, Kewaskum, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 90 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 41mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Citrus Scallops
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I like to eat seafood at least once a week. Oranges and lemon juice give scallops a refreshing burst of flavor. —Cheri Hawthorne, North Canton, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without rice or pasta): 240 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 482mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 fruit.
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Double Orange Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
I serve these nutritious, tasty cookies to my husband and our four children. Also, because my husband is a minister, I often cook for guests in our home. —Pamela Kinney, Irving, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 each: 163 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 127mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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White Chocolate Brie Cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Try these unique little tarts as an appetizer before a special meal, or save them for a surprisingly different dinner finale. They’re sweet, creamy and crunchy—and very addictive! —Angela Vitale, Delaware, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 66 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 40mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Orange Turkey
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving feast. Champagne and oranges flavor this special bird that will become one of your favorite turkey recipes ever. —Tara Baier, Menomonie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
6 ounces cooked turkey: 374 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 156mg cholesterol, 238mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 43g protein.
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Orange & Lemon Wafer Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These light citrus cookies go so well with a cup of coffee or tea after a heavy holiday meal. —JoAnn Belack, Bradenton, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 42 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Grandmother’s Orange Salad
From the Recipe Creator:
This orange salad dessert is slightly sweet and tangy, too. It adds beautiful color to any meal and appeals to all ages! —Ann Eastman, Santa Monica, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 161 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 55mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Orange Dream Mini Cupcakes
From the Recipe Creator:
The bright taste of these cute cupcakes reminds me and my friends of orange-and-vanilla frozen treats. —Jen Shepherd, St. Peters, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 mini cupcake (calculated without colored sugar): 96 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 72mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Rustic Cranberry & Orange Bread
From the Recipe Creator:
Studded with cranberries, slices of pretty bread make the perfect holiday brunch treat. —Megumi Garcia, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 129 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 296mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Mandarin Steak Salad
From the Recipe Creator:
Your family will think you spent hours on this luscious summery salad. What a great way to use up your leftover flank steak. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 926 calories, 69g fat (12g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 549mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 8g fiber), 45g protein.
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Macadamia Sunshine Bars
From the Recipe Creator:
Your guests will be delighted with my bars. They are packed with nuts and dried fruit. I think that when you take a bite of this treat it’s like a mini-vacation to a Polynesian paradise. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 290 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 244mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Orange Dream Angel Food Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
A basic angel food cake becomes a heavenly indulgence, thanks to a hint of orange flavor swirled into every bite. The orange color makes slices of the cake look so pretty when arranged on individual dessert plates. —Lauren Osborne, Holtwood, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 130 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch.
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Orange-Glazed Ham
From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious ham looked like a sparkling jewel on the table when my mom served it for Easter dinner. The flavor of the spice rub penetrates through every tender slice. Even its enticing aroma while baking can't match the wonderful taste. —Ruth Seitz, Columbus Junction, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
6 ounces cooked ham: 243 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 1203mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein.
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Triple Citrus Scones
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the bright and buttery flavor of these tender scones with glaze that soaks in. Serve them with a yummy jam, or try them as a base for strawberry shortcake. —Angela LeMoine, Howell, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 281 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 403mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Orange Jelly
From the Recipe Creator:
For a change of pace, give this yummy jelly made from frozen orange juice a try. I've given it as gifts to friends and family—and many times the jars have been returned for refills. —Mary Rice, Maysville, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 90 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 23g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Beef Orange Stir-Fry
From the Recipe Creator:
This dinner for two is loaded with lots of flavor and color. Red pepper flakes add a little kick to the orange beef sauce, and the tender veggies add a pop of color. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups with 1/2 cup rice: 390 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 396mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Glazed Ginger Bars
From the Recipe Creator:
I can’t think of the holidays without these luscious bars. The scent and flavor of ginger are just right for the season, and the light glaze adds the perfect amount of sweetness. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 125 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Glazed Cornish Hens
From the Recipe Creator:
If you’re looking to add a touch of elegance to your holiday dinner table, our Test Kitchen experts suggest these Cornish game hens topped with a sweet apricot glaze. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 hen: 402 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 233mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 30g protein.
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Sparkling Oranges
From the Recipe Creator:
We were living in Texas when I found the recipe for this simple yet elegant salad. I was thrilled— we had a surplus of fresh oranges! All you do at the last minute is garnish and serve. —Janie Bush, Weskan, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 234 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein.
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Orange Cheesecake
From the Recipe Creator:
The aroma of orange zest hints at how heavenly this delicate cheesecake tastes. Gingersnap cookie crumbs make a distinctive crust, while glazed orange slices become a blossomlike topping. —Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 752 calories, 35g fat (18g saturated fat), 119mg cholesterol, 660mg sodium, 101g carbohydrate (55g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Cranberry Orange Sandwich Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
My sweet-tart cookies make a terrific addition to a holiday dessert tray. I love the creamy orange filling. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich cookie: 266 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 150mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Chipotle-Orange Baklava
From the Recipe Creator:
Citrus, cinnamon and smoky chipotle peppers make my version of this flaky, sweet pastry so unique. It's really rich, so a little goes a long way. —Christine Neary, Portland, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 258 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 110mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Frozen Citrus Fruit Cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Add some sparkle to your next get-together or church supper with these sunny citrus treats. The refreshing cups burst with color and flavor, plus they look so cute served in shiny foil containers. —Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 48 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 11mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit.
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Orange Dream Mimosas
From the Recipe Creator:
Your inner child will love this fun riff on the classic mimosa. Use sparkling cider, ginger ale or sparkling grape juice for a nonalcoholic version. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 138 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Orange Natilla Custard Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
After tasting natilla for the first time at a Cuban restaurant in Key West, I knew I had to turn that traditional custard into a pie. For a festive garnish, add curls of orange zest. —Amy Freeze, Avon Park, Florida
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Orange Twists
From the Recipe Creator:
These soft and sweet twists have a long shelf life. You can make a number of flavor variations with this recipe, including lemon, cherry and almond. I sometimes add a confectioners' sugar glaze. —Raine Gottess, Lantana, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 95 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 68mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Cranberry Orange Pound Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
At the summer tourist resort my husband and I operate in Ontario, we prepare all the meals for our guests, so I'm always trying out new recipes. —Sheree Swistun, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with 1-1/2 tablespoons sauce: 547 calories, 29g fat (17g saturated fat), 145mg cholesterol, 323mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Orange Juice Spritzer
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a zippy twist on regular orange juice. It is not too sweet, and it's refreshing with any breakfast or brunch entree. —Michelle Krzmarzick, Torrance, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 103 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 9mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Orange Breakfast Souffle with Dried Cherries
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family often took this decadent breakfast souffle to a local park on Father's Day. It's easy to make the night before, pop in the oven the next morning and go! —Sharon Ricci, Mendon, New York
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Budapest Roll
From the Recipe Creator:
If you’re a fan of Yule logs and pumpkin rolls, taste my Swedish specialty made from hazelnut meringue. People are in awe every time I bring it somewhere. —Catherine Walbridge, Boise, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 256 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 68mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cinnamon-Orange Honey Butter
From the Recipe Creator:
This is such a delicious butter spread for afternoon tea or with a dessert bread. Just mix it up and get ready for the compliments. —Mary Bates, Cleveland, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 tablespoon: 89 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 77mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Orange-Fig Pull-Aparts
From the Recipe Creator:
For breakfast on Thanksgiving, my mom requested an orange pull-apart bread. I tried making one by dressing up tubes of refrigerated rolls. She loved it! —Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 259 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 343mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Orange-Cranberry Nut Tarts
From the Recipe Creator:
My friend gave me a recipe for orange cookies. I just had to embellish it. Now my friends and family crave these tarts. —Nancy Bruce, Big Timber, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 tart: 113 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 60mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Marmalade Candied Carrots
From the Recipe Creator:
My favorite way to make baby carrots is to steam them, then drizzle with an orangey glaze that makes them candy-sweet. —Heather Clemmons, Supply, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 211 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein.
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Coconut Citrus Layer Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
Make a showstopper holiday treat: tender white cake layered with tangy grapefruit curd and topped with fluffy cream cheese frosting. To make it more spectacular add a little toasted coconut and some citrus garnishes. Your guests will never guess you started with a convenient boxed mix. —Carmell Childs, Ferron, UT
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice (calculated without garnish): 481 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 430mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Powerhouse Protein Parfaits
From the Recipe Creator:
Parfaits have marvelous taste and texture, but many are loaded with sugar and leave you peckish for more. Here’s my protein-inspired option with yogurt, fruit and nuts. —Jen Hubin, Minnetonka, Minnestoa
Nutrition Facts:
1 parfait: 518 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 173mg sodium, 75g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 12g fiber), 15g protein.
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Orange Poppy Seed Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
My friend Sandy and I have gotten together for years to bake Christmas cookies. One year we made 16 different kinds in a day. I like this cookie because the orange flavor makes a nice change of pace from all the classic holiday cookies. —Kathy Jessen, Sarasota, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 39 calories, 2g fat (1g sat. fat), 6mg cholesterol, 35mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch.
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Spinach Fruit Salad
From the Recipe Creator:
The combination of sweet fruit and salty feta cheese makes this salad a winner. —Virginia Dack, Asheville, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 235 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 644mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit.
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Orange-Almond Choclava
From the Recipe Creator:
A twist on classic baklava, this recipe adds semisweet chocolate to the nut filling and drizzles even more chocolate on top. Christmas gift-giving has never been yummier! —Nella Parker, Hersey, MI
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 123 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 55mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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White Chocolate Cranberry-Orange Bars
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my take on my mother's recipe for chocolate chunk bars, which she made every Christmas Eve. Our family is scattered across the country now; making these reminds me of home. If you don't have a pastry cutter, you can use two sharp knifes or a potato masher. My mom makes this with semisweet chocolate chunks. —Erin Powell, Amarillo, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 214 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 66mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Vanilla Citrus Cider
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom used to make cider for the holidays, so I based my citrus-vanilla variation on her recipe. I think it hits the spot! The longer the cider simmers, the stronger the flavors will be. —Kristin Weglarz, Bremerton, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 127 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Orange Sugar Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
I make these citrusy cookies for parties and special occasions, and we always get to eat the ones that don't come out perfectly. Eventually I had to start making extra "mistakes" to keep my family happy! —Myrrh Wertz, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 139 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 91mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
Orange Recipes FAQ
What are the best ways to use fresh oranges in cooking?
Fresh oranges add bright citrus notes to both savory and sweet dishes. Whisk into dressings, fold zest into quick bread or cookie dough or use segments in fruit salads. Recipes like orange-spiced brisket, citrus-avocado salad and orange yogurt parfaits show how adaptable the fruit can be. The juice brings acidity to marinades, skillet sauces and vinaigrettes for pork, chicken or seafood. For the best flavor, start by choosing fresh, ripe oranges with firm, glossy skin and zest them before juicing to capture all the aroma and flavor.
Can I substitute orange juice for fresh oranges in recipes?
Depending on the recipe, orange juice works well when you’re using it for liquid or acidity, such as in baked goods, marinades, glazes or orange juice spritzers. Freshly squeezed juice delivers a more natural flavor, while bottled juice offers convenience for savory orange recipes like sticky chicken or stir-fry. However, orange juice can’t replace zest or whole segments, so avoid using them in fruit salads, citrus tarts or recipes where oranges add body or bite.
How do I make an orange glaze for desserts or meats?
For desserts, whisk together 1 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1 tablespoon of orange juice and 1/4 teaspoon zest until smooth. A bit of honey and butter adds richness and shine, perfect for drizzling over orange pound cake or glazed shortbread cookies. For savory dishes like orange-glazed chicken or pork, blend orange juice or marmalade with Dijon mustard or soy sauce to balance sweetness and build flavor. When glazing meats, brush them on during the last 10 minutes of cooking to avoid burning the sugars.
