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Buttery Pumpkin Pecan Crescent Rolls Recipe

Buttery Pumpkin Pecan Crescent Rolls Recipe


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  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 7 1x

Description

Delightful pumpkin pecan crescent rolls blend autumn’s warmth with buttery pastry. Flaky crescents filled with spiced pumpkin and crunchy pecans promise a comforting seasonal treat you’ll savor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (8 oz / 226 g) crescent roll dough
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • 3 tbsps brown sugar
  • ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp butter, melted
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp milk

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Unfurl crescent roll dough onto a clean surface, separating into individual triangular sections with careful precision.
  2. Filling Creation: Lavishly spread pumpkin puree across the center of each triangle, maintaining a delicate border around the edges to prevent overflow.
  3. Pecan Distribution: Uniformly scatter chopped pecans over the pumpkin layer, ensuring an even and generous coating that promises rich texture in every bite.
  4. Rolling Technique: From the wide base, meticulously roll each triangle toward the pointed tip, crafting a compact and elegant crescent shape that encapsulates the filling.
  5. Sealing and Positioning: Tenderly press the edges to secure the pumpkin and pecan mixture, then arrange the crescents on a parchment-lined baking sheet with strategic spacing for optimal heat circulation.
  6. Flavor Enhancement: Dust the crescents with a harmonious blend of cinnamon and granulated sugar, creating a tantalizing aromatic and sweet exterior.
  7. Baking Process: Slide the baking sheet into a preheated oven, allowing the crescents to transform into golden-brown delicacies with a perfectly crisp and flaky texture.
  8. Cooling and Serving: After removing from the oven, let the crescents rest briefly to stabilize their structure, then transfer to a serving plate and optionally embellish with a delicate maple glaze or a light snowfall of powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Prevent Soggy Filling: Pat pumpkin puree dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and prevent soggy crescent rolls.
  • Pecan Placement Strategy: Chop pecans finely and toast them lightly beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and crunch.
  • Seal Edges Carefully: Use a fork to crimp edges securely, ensuring filling stays inside during baking and maintains a neat appearance.
  • Temperature Adjustment: Lower oven temperature by 25 degrees if using dark baking sheets to prevent over-browning of crescents.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 7
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg