Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls – Easy Holiday Dessert in Minutes

If you’re looking for a holiday dessert that’s both easy and irresistible, these Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls are about to become your new favorite. Imagine all the gooey, nutty sweetness of pecan pie wrapped inside a buttery, flaky crescent roll – it’s like a handheld pecan pie you can make in just 30 minutes.

These rolls are perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas gatherings, or anytime you want a quick dessert that feels festive but doesn’t require hours in the kitchen. Made with refrigerated crescent roll dough, brown sugar, butter, and pecans, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into something that looks and tastes bakery-worthy.

Ingredients

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp corn syrup (or maple syrup)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Optional Glaze:

• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Make Pecan Filling
   In a bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, corn syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
3. Fill Crescent Rolls
   Separate crescent dough into 8 triangles. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of pecan mixture onto the wide end of each triangle. Roll up tightly and place on the baking sheet, tip side down.
4. Bake
   Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.
5. Glaze (Optional)
   Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.
6. Serve
   Enjoy warm with coffee, tea, or as part of a holiday dessert spread.

Why These Rolls Work

• Quick & Easy: Just 10 minutes of prep.
• Shortcut Dough: Crescent rolls give you that buttery pastry without the work.
• Classic Flavors: Tastes like pecan pie in every bite.
• Crowd-Friendly: Great for parties and holiday gatherings.

Variations & Tips

• Maple Twist: Swap corn syrup with pure maple syrup.
• Chocolate Lovers: Add a few chocolate chips inside each roll.
• Nut Mix: Use a blend of pecans, walnuts, and almonds.
• Mini Bites: Cut crescent triangles in half to make smaller party-friendly versions.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, reheat lightly before serving.

Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls

Flaky crescent rolls filled with a sweet pecan pie mixture, baked golden brown, and optionally drizzled with glaze. A quick holiday dessert ready in 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 8 rolls

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Holiday

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 rolls
• 1 cup pecans chopped
• 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
• 2 tbsp corn syrup or maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch salt

Optional Glaze

• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tbsp milk
• 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix pecans, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Separate crescent dough into 8 triangles. Place 1 tbsp pecan mixture on wide end. Roll up tightly and place tip side down.
4. Bake 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
5. Optional: Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls.
6. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

For extra caramel flavor, drizzle with warm caramel sauce instead of glaze. Rolls are best eaten fresh but can be reheated.

Serving Ideas

• Pair with vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.
• Serve alongside pumpkin pie or apple pie on a Thanksgiving dessert table.
• Great as a Christmas morning treat with hot cocoa or coffee.