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Pecan Pie Crescents: Easy Meal Prep in 7 Steeps Recipe

Pecan Pie Crescents: Easy Meal Prep in 7 Steeps Recipe
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Delicious and easy-to-make Pecan Pie Crescents, perfect for a quick dessert or meal prep. These flaky crescent rolls are filled with a sticky, sweet pecan pie filling and baked to golden perfection in just 7 simple steps.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 can crescent roll dough (8-count)

Filling

  • ⅓ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp corn syrup (light or dark)
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Make Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir well until the mixture forms a thick and sticky filling.
  3. Prepare Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface and separate it into 8 individual triangular pieces as per the package instructions.
  4. Add Filling: Place a heaping tablespoon of the pecan filling on the wide end of each crescent triangle, ensuring enough filling for a flavorful bite.
  5. Roll Crescents: Carefully roll each triangle tightly from the wide end toward the tip, pinching the sides and ends to seal the filling inside for a neat crescent shape.
  6. Brush with Egg Wash: Place the rolled crescents onto the prepared baking sheet. Beat together the egg and water to make an egg wash, then brush it over the tops of each crescent to create a shiny, golden-brown finish when baked.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until the crescents are puffed, crisp, and golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set and prevent burns.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, toast the chopped pecans lightly before mixing into the filling.
  • Use dark corn syrup for a richer flavor, but light corn syrup works just as well.
  • Ensure the crescents are sealed well to prevent the filling from oozing out during baking.
  • Serve warm for best taste, optionally with a drizzle of caramel or whipped cream.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Reheat gently before serving.

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