Description
Flaky, buttery crescent rolls wrapped around a rich, gooey pecan pie-inspired filling. These Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls are a fast and fabulous dessert or snack that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
– 1 (8 oz) can crescent roll dough
– 3/4 cup chopped pecans
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. – Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate the triangles.
3. – In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon.
4. – Place a heaping tablespoon of the pecan mixture onto the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
5. – Tightly roll up the crescent rolls, starting from the wide end and rolling towards the narrow tip.
6. – Arrange the filled crescent rolls on the prepared baking sheet.
7. – Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown.
8. – Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
– For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle the baked crescent rolls with a simple powdered sugar glaze.
– Try using different nut varieties, such as walnuts or almonds, for a twist on the classic pecan filling.
– Store any leftover crescent rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American