Description
Discover the delightful Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls, a warm and flaky pastry that combines the sweet, nutty flavors of pecan pie with the convenience of crescent roll dough. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, these irresistible treats will have everyone reaching for seconds. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch from fresh pecans and a gooey filling that embodies comfort food at its finest. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can impress guests or indulge yourself with this delicious dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 cup chopped fresh pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Unroll crescent roll dough on a clean surface and separate into triangles.
- Spoon the pecan mixture onto the wider end of each triangle and roll tightly towards the tip.
- Place rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet and brush with melted butter.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider drizzling caramel sauce over baked rolls or incorporating chocolate chips into the filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or freeze for longer storage.