Dive into the ultimate comfort food with our Cinnamon Crescent Rolls recipe! These freshly baked rolls are a blend of flaky pastry and warm cinnamon filling, making them the perfect addition to your breakfast table or dessert spread.
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Cinnamon Crescent Rolls
If you’re looking for a delightful twist on traditional crescent rolls, you can’t go wrong with these Cinnamon Crescent Rolls.
These sweet and scrumptious rolls will elevate your crescent rolls breakfast experience to a whole new level. Not only do they make a fantastic breakfast item, but they’re also a perfect addition to any dessert table.
One of the best parts about this delicacy is its simplicity. This recipe using Pillsbury crescent rolls takes the convenience of store-bought dough and transforms it into something extraordinary. With a short prep time of just 10 minutes and a baking time of 12 minutes, these rolls are as quick as they are delicious.
The unique mixture of butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon lends a rich and flavorful twist to the standard crescent roll. It’s the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making each bite a piece of heaven.
For those who are looking for ideas with crescent rolls, this recipe opens up a world of creativity. You could easily adapt it for a savory take or stick with the sweet theme and experiment with different fillings and spices.
Another great thing about these crescent rolls with cinnamon is the finishing touch of a simple powdered sugar glaze. It’s the cherry on top that elevates these rolls from delicious to divine.
And the best part? The ingredients are basic pantry staples, making it easy for you to whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes.
In a world of endless breakfast options, Cinnamon Crescent Rolls stand out as a must-try treat. So the next time you’re scratching your head for delicious and quick breakfast or dessert ideas, remember this tempting option. It’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Cinnamon Crescent Rolls: Ingredients & Equipment
To make Cinnamon Crescent Rolls, you will need …
Ingredients
- refrigerated crescent roll dough – we start with premade refrigerated dough to keep this recipe quick and easy.
- butter, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon – these ingredients combine to make the ooey, gooey cinnamon flavoring inside the rolls!
- water and powdered sugar – we’ll use these to make a simple glaze for the top of the rolls.
Equipment
- two small mixing bowls and spoons – one for mixing the cinnamon filling and the other for preparing the glaze.
- baking sheet with parchment paper – for baking the crescent rolls.
Notes
- Try adding nuts like pecans or walnuts, or even a handful of raisins, to give additional texture and flavor to your crescent rolls!
- Cinnamon Crescent Rolls make a fantastic option for special occasions like Christmas morning, Thanksgiving, or any time you want to make breakfast extra special.
How to make Cinnamon Crescent Rolls
Prepare the baking sheet and preheat the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven.
Separate the crescent rolls. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
Prepare the cinnamon filling. In a small mixing bowl, mix the butter with the brown sugar and the cinnamon. Spread the mixture onto each triangle. Roll the triangles up into crescent shapes.
Bake. Bake in the oven, then remove from the oven to cool slightly.
Prepare the glaze. In another small mixing bowl, mix the water and powdered sugar. Drizzle it over each cinnamon crescent roll after they have cooled.
Serve. Serve immediately.
Cinnamon Crescent Rolls: FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the rolls up to the point of baking and store them in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply bake as directed.
Store any leftover Cinnamon Crescent Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate them for up to a week.
Yes, you can freeze the rolls either before or after baking. If freezing before, place them on a baking sheet until frozen, and then transfer to a zip-top bag. Bake straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time. If freezing after baking, allow them to cool completely before placing in an airtight container.
To maintain the best texture and flavor, reheat the rolls in a preheated 350°F oven for about 5-7 minutes. Microwaving is also an option, but they might turn a bit chewy.
Absolutely! This recipe can be easily doubled or even tripled to feed a crowd. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly and possibly rotate your baking sheets if you’re using more than one.
A cream cheese filling could be a delightful addition to your Cinnamon Crescent Rolls. Just make sure to adjust the baking time, as the added moisture from the cream cheese may require a few extra minutes.
These rolls pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee, tea, or even a glass of cold milk. They also make a great side for hearty breakfast items like scrambled eggs or bacon.
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Cinnamon Crescent Rolls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 oz. each
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon water
- 5 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat oven to 375°F.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- In a small mixing bowl, mix the butter with the brown sugar and the cinnamon. Spread about one tablespoon of the mixture onto each triangle. It should be a light covering. Roll the triangles up into crescent shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 12 minutes, then remove from the oven to cool slightly.
- In another small mixing bowl, mix the water and powdered sugar. If you find the icing to be too runny, add more sugar. If it’s too stiff, add more water. Drizzle the icing over each cinnamon crescent roll after they have cooled.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make them ahead of time! You can prepare the rolls up to the point of baking and store them in the refrigerator. When you're ready to enjoy them, bake as directed.
- Store any leftover Cinnamon Crescent Rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate them for up to a week.
- You can freeze the rolls either before or after baking. If freezing before, place them on a baking sheet until frozen, and then transfer to a zip-top bag. Bake straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time. If freezing after baking, allow them to cool completely before placing them in an airtight container.
- To maintain the best texture and flavor, reheat the rolls in a preheated 350°F oven for about 5-7 minutes. Microwaving is also an option, but they might turn a bit chewy.
- Try baking them in the air fryer! Line a basket with parchment paper and preheat the air fryer to 300°F. Place the crescent rolls in the basket (work in batches if necessary) and cook for 5 minutes. Carefully flip the rolls over and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
Please note that the nutritional information listed on this page is an estimation based on the products I used. Ingredients and nutritional information can vary significantly between brands. Always be sure to read labels. Please verify that a recipe fits your needs before using it. Nutrition info may contain errors, so please verify it independently. Likewise, recipes may contain errors, so please use your common sense when following them.
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