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Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls Recipe

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Delightful pecan pie crescent rolls combine buttery, flaky crescent dough with a sweet and nutty pecan pie filling. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for holiday baking or any time you want a delicious, warm dessert with a gooey cinnamon brown sugar filling and crunchy pecans.

Ingredients

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Crescent Rolls

  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 rolls)

Filling

  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Finishing

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the crescent rolls bake evenly without sticking.
  2. Prepare Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and carefully separate the triangles so you can work with each piece individually.
  3. Mix Filling: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to create a flavorful filling mix.
  4. Butter Triangles: Brush each triangle with melted butter, reserving some butter for later use to enrich the rolls and promote browning.
  5. Add Filling: Sprinkle a generous amount of the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly over each buttered triangle.
  6. Add Pecans: Place a few pecan halves on the wide end of each triangle to add crunch and authentic pecan pie taste.
  7. Roll Up: Carefully roll up each triangle starting from the wide end and tuck the pointed end underneath to seal the rolls.
  8. Arrange Rolls: Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet with space between each so they bake evenly and expand slightly.
  9. Prepare Topping: In another small bowl, mix the light corn syrup with vanilla extract for a sweet glaze.
  10. Brush and Drizzle: Brush the tops of the rolls with the remaining melted butter, then drizzle the corn syrup and vanilla mixture over the rolls for a sticky, glossy finish.
  11. Bake: Bake the rolls for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through, ensuring a crisp outer layer and gooey interior.
  12. Cool and Serve: Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving, so the filling sets and isn’t too hot to enjoy.

Notes

  • For an extra nutty flavor, toast the pecans lightly in a dry skillet before adding them to the rolls.
  • You can substitute pecans with walnuts if preferred for a different nutty twist.
  • Serve these rolls warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert.
  • Make sure to cool slightly before eating to avoid burning your mouth with hot syrup.

Keywords: pecan pie, crescent rolls, dessert, easy recipe, nutty treat, holiday baking

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