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Pecan Pie Crescents

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These Pecan Pie Crescents deliver all the flavor of a classic pecan pie in a quick, easy, and flaky handheld dessert. Made with crescent roll dough and a gooey pecan filling, they’re perfect for holidays, brunch, or anytime you want a warm, nutty, sweet treat in under 30 minutes.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 8 crescents
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 can crescent roll dough (8-count)
  • ⅓ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp corn syrup (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
  4. Spoon a small amount of pecan filling onto the wide end of each triangle.
  5. Gently roll up each crescent, starting from the wide end and tucking in the filling.
  6. Place on baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and flaky.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving; best enjoyed warm.

Notes

  • Add mini chocolate chips for a chocolate-pecan twist.
  • Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze for extra sweetness.
  • Use maple syrup for a richer, natural flavor.
  • Sprinkle extra pecans on top before baking for crunch.
  • Store at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

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