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Cranberry Nut Swirls
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 6
Prep time does not include chill time.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely ground cranberries
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons milk
Directions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine first four ingredients; beat until light and fluffy, scraping the bowl occasionally.
2. Combine the dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture; refrigerate at least 1 hour.
3. In a small bowl, combine cranberries, walnuts and orange peel; set aside.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 10-inch square; combine brown sugar and milk; spread over the dough then sprinkle with the cranberry mixture, leaving about a 1/2-inch edge at both ends of the dough; roll up tightly, jelly-roll style.
5. Wrap with waxed paper; chill several hours or overnight.
6. Cut roll into 1/4-inch slices and place on a well-greased cookie sheet.
7. Bake at 375° for 14-15 minutes, or until edges are light brown.
By RecipeOfHealth.com