Description
Warm Cinnamon Crescent Twists are a quick and delicious pastry treat made with buttery crescent rolls filled with a cinnamon-sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 (8-ounce) package Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls (8 rolls)
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Unroll Dough: Carefully unroll the package of crescent rolls and lay each dough triangle flat on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread Filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Spread this mixture evenly over each crescent roll triangle, making sure to cover all surfaces for full flavor.
- Roll and Bake: Starting at the wide end, roll each crescent roll tightly toward the point. Place each rolled crescent seam-side down on the baking sheet. Bake them in the preheated oven for 9-12 minutes until they turn golden brown and puff up.
- Make Glaze: While the crescents bake, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust milk quantity for desired consistency.
- Drizzle and Enjoy: Once the crescent twists have cooled slightly but are still warm, drizzle the glaze generously over the top. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, gooey sweetness combined with the flaky pastry.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent twist, sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts over the cinnamon filling before rolling.
- Use room temperature butter for easy spreading and better flavor absorption.
- Adjust the sweetness of the glaze by adding more or less powdered sugar or milk.
- These crescent twists are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated briefly in the oven or microwave.
- If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the ground cinnamon to 3 teaspoons.
