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Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls

Buttery crescent rolls filled with sweet, gooey pecan pie filling — the perfect cozy treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup light or dark
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional
Dough
  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 egg beaten, for egg wash

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon until combined.
  3. Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
  4. Spoon 1 tablespoon of filling onto each triangle and roll from the wide end toward the tip.
  5. Place rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet. Brush with egg wash.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly and drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or holiday brunch. Serve warm for best flavor.