Orange Breakfast Crunch Topping Recipe
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Orange Breakfast Crunch Topping

By: Rufus Engle 
"I always find oatmeal to be a little plain for my tastes, but this unique topping really adds some character. I've been interested in cooking as long as I can remember...I even made my own wedding cake some 67 years ago!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (11)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 10 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups wheat germ
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine

Directions

  1. In a greased 8-in. square baking dish, mix wheat germ, orange peel and cinnamon; set aside. In a saucepan, heat brown sugar and butter until butter is melted. Pour over wheat germ mixture; stir to coat. Bake at 275 degrees F for 20-30 minutes or until browned, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool, stirring occasionally. Store, covered, in refrigerator. Serve over oatmeal, fruit or waffles.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2010 by Jillian Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Great stuff! I love wheat germ so I had to try this. I'm glad I did. I sprinkled it over...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2010 by lvmy2girls   view full review
This stuff is awesome! I made it last night I wanted to taste it before going to bed and ended...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2011 by JARRIE   view full review
This is AMAZING. I wanted to make dry granola today for topping yogurt, but am almost out of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2010 by CC♥'s2bake   view full review
This is a wonderful recipe. We used to it to top 'Sunny Pancakes' (AR's) and it was so good. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2010 by Mellie   view full review
What an original and interesting idea! I've made this a couple of times and everyone loves...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2011 by misden23   view full review
Fabulous! I had this on my oatmeal this morning and I loved it! Very easy to make and quick...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2010 by Pam-3BoysMama Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This is a great addition to hot breakfast cereal, though I'm sure it can be used in other...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2012 by cberty   view full review
All I can say is....YUMMMMMY! Just made this it was quick and simple. I doubled the recipe and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 5, 2011 by natnat55   view full review
A great way to top off a yogurt or ice cream
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 7, 2011 by lisaxmarie19   view full review
Left out the orange peel because I can't stand the strong flavor of citrus peels. I did...

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