Orange Date Crescent Claws

Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible Orange Date Crescent Claws, a delightful blend of zesty citrus and naturally sweet flavors. Featuring flaky, golden crescent roll dough filled with a unique mixture of finely chopped dates, fresh orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and a hint of cinnamon, these pastries are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. A touch of honey and creamy softness from cream cheese make the filling irresistibly luscious, while a sprinkle of turbinado sugar adds an optional caramelized crunch. Shaped into whimsical claw-like forms with shallow "scratch marks," they’re as visually enticing as they are delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, these pastries are an easy yet impressive treat for brunch gatherings, tea parties, or any time you crave a creative homemade dessert. Serve warm and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 can (8 oz) Refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 cup Pitted dates, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 2 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Milk (for brushing)
• 1 tablespoon Turbinado sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped dates, orange zest, orange juice, softened cream cheese, honey, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the mixture is well blended and forms a paste-like consistency.

Step 3

Open the can of crescent roll dough and separate it into the 8 pre-cut triangles.

Step 4

Place a small dollop (around 1 tablespoon) of the date mixture onto the widest part of each triangle.

Step 5

Gently roll the triangles up from the widest end to the narrow tip, folding the sides slightly to enclose the filling.

Step 6

Using a small paring knife, make 3 shallow cuts on one side of each roll to resemble claw marks. Gently shape the rolls into a curved claw-like form.

Step 7

Transfer the shaped rolls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Brush the tops of each roll lightly with milk and sprinkle with turbinado sugar for a slight crunch, if desired.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and puffed.

Step 10

Let the crescent claws cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy the citrusy, sweet goodness of your homemade Orange Date Crescent Claws!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	601.6 grams (601.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1776

Total Fat 61.50g	79%
Saturated Fat 28.40g	142%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 65mg	22%
Sodium 1975mg	86%
Total Carbohydrate 297.60g	108%
Dietary Fiber 17.30g	62%
Total Sugars 209.00g
Protein 25.00g	50%

Vitamin D 10IU	50%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1770mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.0%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 64.6%