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Irresistible Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls

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These pecan pie crescent rolls combine the sweet, caramelized goodness of pecan pie with the flaky, golden texture of crescent dough for a quick and impressive homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (8 oz / 227 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup (120 g) chopped pecans, toasted
  • ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and slightly darkened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  4. Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface. Gently press the perforations to seal the triangles into one sheet.
  5. Evenly spread the brown sugar mixture over the dough, leaving a ½ inch (1 cm) border around the edges. Sprinkle the toasted pecans evenly on top.
  6. Starting at the long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 8 equal slices (about 1 to 1½ inches / 2.5 to 4 cm thick).
  7. Place each slice cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them for expansion.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and bubbling with gooey filling.
  9. Let the rolls cool on a rack for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Press the crescent dough seams carefully to prevent filling leaks. Toast pecans until fragrant but not burnt. If edges brown too fast, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil. Crescent dough can be replaced with puff pastry for a flakier texture. Rolls can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

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