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Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls

Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls: Easy Festive Treat for the Holidays

Delight your gatherings with Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls, an easy twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 package Pillsbury Crescent Rolls Easily available and creates a flaky texture.
Pecan Filling
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Add flavor and crunch; can substitute with walnuts or almonds.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for caramelizing the filling.
  • 1/3 cup Light Corn Syrup Provides sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Imparts warmth.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients and helps with browning.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg, whisk until well integrated.
  3. Stir in chopped pecans until fully coated.
  4. Unroll the crescent rolls and lay triangles flat on the baking sheet.
  5. Spoon pecan filling onto the widest end of each triangle and roll towards the tip.
  6. Bake for 8 minutes, brush with reserved filling, then bake for another 5 minutes.
  7. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the filling isn’t too wet and use parchment paper for a crisp crust. Let the dough sit at room temperature before baking for best results.

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