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Pecan Pie Crescents Recipe

A quick and easy Pecan Pie Crescents Recipe featuring buttery crescent dough filled with a rich, caramel-like pecan filling—perfect for holidays, parties, or a simple sweet treat. This flaky, gooey dessert delivers classic pecan pie flavour in a convenient handheld form.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 crescents
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon corn syrup or honey/maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg

For the Dough:

  • 1 can 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough

Optional Garnish:

  • Powdered sugar
  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
  • These ingredients create the signature sweet, nutty, and gooey filling similar to classic pecan pie.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, combine:
  • Chopped pecans
  • Brown sugar
  • Melted butter
  • Corn syrup
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt and optional spices
  • Mix until the mixture forms a sticky, caramel-like consistency.

Step 3: Prepare the Dough

  • Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Lay them flat on a clean surface.

Step 4: Fill the Crescents

  • Place about 1–2 teaspoons of the pecan filling on the wide end of each triangle.

Step 5: Roll and Shape

  • Roll each triangle from the wide end to the tip, forming a crescent shape. Ensure edges are sealed to prevent filling from leaking.

Step 6: Bake

  • Arrange the crescents on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

  • Let the crescents cool for 5–10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Notes

  • Tips for Best Results
    Toast the pecans before mixing for enhanced flavour and crunch.
    Do not overfill, as the filling may leak during baking.
    Use cold dough for easier handling.
  • Storage
    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
    Refrigerate for up to 5 days
    Reheat in oven for best texture
  • Freezing
    Freeze unbaked crescents for up to 6 weeks
    Bake directly from frozen, adding 2–3 extra minutes
  • Variations
    Add chocolate chips for a chocolate pecan twist
    Use maple syrup instead of corn syrup for deeper flavour
    Sprinkle flaky salt on top for contrast