Sunny citrus delights: 17 recipes to savor the flavor of orange

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Sunny citrus delights: 17 recipes to savor the flavor of orange

Infuse every part of your meal with a burst of citrus. Start your dining experience with an entree that transforms ordinary flavors – choose an orange-glazed dish that is simple and delicious. Indulge in a refreshing orange-flavored dessert, and sample our easy-to-make orange-infused drinks for a cool and vibrant beverage. These recipes, inspired by citrus, are guaranteed to bring a touch of sunshine to your table, ensuring that every bite and sip is a delightful experience.

A bundt cake with a slice taken out.
Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Mandarin Orange Scones

Orange scones on a wire rack with oranges in the background.
Mandarin Orange Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bursting with fresh mandarin’s bright and juicy flavor, these Mandarin orange scones are the perfect way to add zest to your morning routine. Try this easy-to-make recipe for moist and tender scones.
Get the Recipe: Mandarin Orange Scones

Orange Raspberry French Toast Roll-Ups

A white platter with raspberry French toast rolls.
Orange Raspberry French Toast Roll-Ups. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Orange Raspberry French Toast Roll-Ups with cream cheese are perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. They are easy to make and always a hit with their sunny citrus flavor inside and out.
Get the Recipe: Orange Raspberry French Toast Roll-Ups

Orange Cranberry Cookie Bites

Cranberry orange cookie bites in a bowl.
Orange Cranberry Cookie Bites. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These no-bake oatmeal cookie bites are loaded with cranberries, oranges, and mini chocolate chips. A healthy snack that tastes just like a cookie!
Get the Recipe: Orange Cranberry Cookie Bites

Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake

A sliced mandarin orange bundt cake on a white plate.
Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake With Canned Mandarins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Refresh your palate with this Mandarin Orange Cake featuring canned mandarins. A citrusy dessert topped with a sweet orange drizzle icing, ensuring a slice of pure delight for a festive and flavorful experience.
Get the Recipe: Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake With Canned Mandarins

Orange Cranberry Sauce

A bowl of cranberry sauce with oranges and cinnamon.
Orange Cranberry Sauce. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Elevate your holiday table with the simplicity of Fresh Orange Cranberry Sauce. With just four ingredients, it delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, making it a welcome addition not only anytime but especially during the holidays.
Get the Recipe: Orange Cranberry Sauce

Orange Cranberry Scones

An orange cranberry scones on a white plate with a fork.
Orange Cranberry Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Loaded with lots of fresh and dried cranberries and plenty of orange flavor, these Orange Cranberry Scones bake up golden brown with crumbly edges.
Get the Recipe: Orange Cranberry Scones

Mandarin orange caramel cream

A plate with a piece of orange caramel cream and oranges on it.
Mandarin orange caramel cream. Photo credit. One Hot Oven.

This Mandarin Orange Creme Caramel is a luscious orange-scented custard with a lick-the-spoon sweet and tangy caramel glaze that will delight all orange lovers.
Get the Recipe: Mandarin orange caramel cream

Winter Fruit Salad

Cranberry fruit salad in white bowls.
Winter Fruit Salad. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Delight in a burst of flavors with this Cranberry Apple Fruit Salad. Featuring fresh cranberries, succulent apples, tangy oranges, and luscious pomegranate seeds, this colorful creation is a tasty salad for any meal.
Get the Recipe: Winter Fruit Salad

Honey Orange Sesame Chicken

Honey orange chicken with sesame seeds and green beans in a white bowl.
Honey Orange Sesame Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This honey orange sesame chicken dish is an easy, healthy takeout fake-out recipe you can make in minutes at home. Savor the citrus flavor in this sticky, sweet, delicious chicken recipe.
Get the Recipe: Honey Orange Sesame Chicken

Orange Muffins

A baked orange glazed muffin topped with candied orange on a blue plate.
Orange Muffins. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy this easy recipe for making tender, moist orange muffins with an optional zesty citrus glaze as a wholesome snack or breakfast. Using fresh orange juice and orange zest, they’re bursting with flavor and reminiscent of the perfect bakery-style muffin.
Get the Recipe: Orange Muffins

Blood Orange Mimosa

A blood orange wedge on a champagne flute containing a red cocktail.
Blood Orange Mimosa. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Blood Orange Mimosas, please! These sunny citrus beauties are a gorgeous and delicious way to enjoy seasonal produce and brighten up any brunch.
Get the Recipe: Blood Orange Mimosa

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Chocolate Covered Oranges

Chocolate covered orange slices on a plate.
Chocolate Covered Oranges. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy the classic combination of orange and chocolate in these easy chocolate-covered oranges. They’re a simple treat that makes a delicious winter snack or dessert and can be made in just minutes.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Covered Oranges

Orange Ricotta Pancakes

Orange ricotta pancakes with maple syrup drizzle.
Orange Ricotta Pancakes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These orange basil ricotta pancakes are deliciously sweet and doughy, with a touch of savory freshness from the basil.
Get the Recipe: Orange Ricotta Pancakes

Homemade Orange Julius

Homemade orange julius in a sugar orange rimmed glass.
Homemade Orange Julius. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Indulge in the creamy goodness of an Orange Julius by blending fresh orange juice with ice, milk, sugar, and a hint of vanilla. A frothy, sunny citrus delight that’s both refreshing and satisfying!
Get the Recipe: Homemade Orange Julius

Orange Fluff

A cup of orange pudding with whipped cream on top.
Orange Pudding. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Orange fluff salad is seriously delicious and a total crowd-pleaser! It’s a vintage no-bake recipe with only five simple ingredients: Jello, Cool Whip, oranges, and cottage cheese, a perfect way to savor the flavor of oranges.
Get the Recipe: Orange Pudding

Orange Chicken

Plate of orange chicken in a metal bowl from the top.
Orange Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Instant Pot orange chicken is a delicious Asian-inspired meal you can make at home! Everyone will love this tender chicken-coated in orange flavor, just like Panda Express Orange Chicken.
Get the Recipe: Orange Chicken

Glazed Roasted Carrots with Orange-Maple Glaze

Maple glazed carrots on white dish.
Glazed Roasted Carrots with Orange-Maple Glaze. Photo credit: Girls Can Grills.

Grilled carrots with orange glaze.
Get the Recipe: Glazed Roasted Carrots with Orange-Maple Glaze

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