Description
Pecan Pie Crescents are the ultimate “game-changer” for busy days! This recipe transforms a simple can of crescent dough into a flaky, buttery pastry filled with a rich, caramel-like pecan center. Ready in just 30 minutes, these treats deliver the classic taste of pecan pie without the hours of labor. Perfect for last-minute gatherings or a cozy family dessert.
Ingredients
1 can of crescent roll dough
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup melted butter (ensure it’s not too hot)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional: Chocolate or caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
Prepare the Pecan Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
Unroll the Dough: Carefully unroll the crescent roll dough on a flat surface. Keep the dough in its pre-cut triangle shapes.
Fill and Roll: Place about one tablespoon of the pecan filling at the wide end of each triangle. Roll the dough from the wide end to the point, forming a crescent shape. Tuck in the ends to secure the filling.
Bake: Place crescents on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool and Serve: Let the crescents rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with chocolate or caramel sauce.
Notes
Pro Tip: Lightly toast the pecans before mixing them into the filling to enhance their nutty flavor.
Avoid Leaking: Don’t overfill the triangles; a single tablespoon is the perfect amount to prevent the filling from spilling out.
Substitutions: You can swap pecans for walnuts or almonds, or use maple syrup instead of corn syrup for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crescent
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Pecan Pie Crescents, 30-minute dessert, Crescent roll recipe, Easy Pecan Treats, Busy mom recipes