Description
Christmas Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls are a delightful twist on classic pecan pie, perfect for holiday gatherings. These flaky pastry rolls are filled with a rich pecan mixture, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast, dessert, or late-night snacking. With their warm, gooey center and crispy edges, they’ll surely become a favorite in your festive repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tube crescent roll dough
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 egg (optional for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent dough on a clean surface and separate into triangles.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, and cinnamon until mixed.
- Spoon about one tablespoon of the filling onto the wider end of each triangle and roll tightly toward the tip.
- Place rolls on the baking sheet with space between them. Brush with egg wash if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg