Pecan Pie Crescents are one of those magical little treats that come together in minutes but taste like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen. Thank you so much for being here—sharing these cozy, irresistibly sweet recipes with you is truly one of my favorite things. And ohhh, this one? You’re in for something special!
What Are Pecan Pie Crescents?
At their core, Pecan Pie Crescents are a shortcut-style pastry made by rolling buttery crescent dough around a sweet, caramelized pecan filling. Think flaky rolls meets classic Southern pecan pie. Except you get all that nostalgic holiday flavor in a compact, handheld form. Anything but boring!!
Made with just a handful of ingredients and ready in under 20 minutes, they’re perfect for breakfast treats, afternoon snacks, holiday dessert trays, or those “I need something sweet now” moments.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There are so many reasons these crescents quickly become a household favorite:
- Incredibly easy — If you can roll up a crescent triangle, you can make these!
- Minimal ingredients — Only six, and most are pantry staples.
- Taste like homemade pecan pie — But no crust to roll out, no corn syrup, no pie dish.
- Perfectly portable — Ideal for potlucks, brunch platters, or holiday gatherings.
- Quick baking time — 12 to15 minutes and you’re in buttery, caramel-y heaven.
What Do Pecan Pie Crescents Taste Like?
Imagine a soft, buttery croissant with a warm center of caramelized brown sugar, toasted pecans, butter, and vanilla. Each bite melts in your mouth with that classic pecan pie flavor—the deep nuttiness, the brown sugar richness, that golden, gooey sweetness—wrapped in flaky pastry.
And the smell when these are in the oven? Absolutely incredible!!
Benefits of Making These Crescents
- No special baking skills required
- Kid-friendly and picky-eater approved
- Freezer-friendly
- Customizable with mix-ins
- Great for making ahead
- Budget-friendly
Ingredients for Pecan Pie Crescents
You’ll need:
- 1 can crescent roll dough
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for topping (optional but highly recommended)
Tools You’ll Need
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Pastry brush (optional)
- Cooling rack
Nothing fancy—just simple tools for a simple, delicious treat.
Additions and Substitutions
Want to play with flavors? This recipe is incredibly forgiving and fun to customize.
Additions
- A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg
- Mini chocolate chips
- Maple extract instead of vanilla
- A drizzle of caramel after baking
- A sprinkle of sea salt on top (trust me!)
Substitutions
- Pecans → walnuts, almonds, or mixed nuts
- Brown sugar → coconut sugar
- Butter → vegan butter
- Crescent dough → puff pastry sheets cut into triangles
How to Make Pecan Pie Crescents (Step-by-Step)
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