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Pecan Pie Crescents

Decadent Pecan Pie Crescents: Your New Favorite Treat

These Pecan Pie Crescents combine gooey brown sugar, crunchy pecans, and warm vanilla for an easy, delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 8 crescent rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Use toasted for extra depth.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can be substituted with a mix of granulated sugar and molasses.
  • 1/4 cup Corn Syrup Light or dark works based on your taste preference.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Binds the filling together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Essential for indulgent taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional, adds warmth to flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Dough
  • 1 roll Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough Pillsbury is highly recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and optional cinnamon. Stir until thick and sticky.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
  4. Spoon about one tablespoon of the pecan filling onto the wide end of each triangle and roll towards the tip, tucking in the sides.
  5. Place each rolled crescent on the lined baking sheet with space between them.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Let the crescents cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  8. Optional: Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a glaze and drizzle over warm crescents.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crescent rollCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the fridge. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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