Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls Recipe – Easy Holiday Dessert with Flaky Dough & Gooey Filling
These Pecan Pie Crescent Rolls are a quick and delicious twist on the classic holiday dessert! Buttery crescent dough is filled with a rich, gooey pecan pie mixture, then baked until golden and flaky. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or anytime you’re craving a sweet, nutty treat. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, these rolls deliver all the flavor of pecan pie in a fun, handheld form. Serve warm with a drizzle of caramel or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Pastry brush (optional)
Ingredients
Dough:
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
Filling:
- ¾ cup finely chopped pecans
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp corn syrup or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Add-ins:
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp bourbon
- Zest of ½ orange
Topping:
- Reserved glaze
- Powdered sugar or caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat.
- In a bowl, mix pecans, brown sugar, syrup, butter, vanilla, and salt. Add optional spices or bourbon if desired. Reserve 1 tbsp of mixture for brushing.
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Spoon 1 tbsp of filling onto the wide end of each triangle. Roll up gently.
- Place rolls on baking sheet. Brush tops with reserved glaze.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly. Drizzle with caramel or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature filling for easier spreading.
- Seal edges tightly to prevent leaks.
- Don’t overfill—leave space for expansion.
- For extra shine and crunch, brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar before baking.
- Wrap individually before freezing for easy grab-and-go treats.