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Cinnamon Crescent Rolls

These Cinnamon Crescent Rolls are a super easy breakfast or dessert recipe you don't want to pass up. With easy and flavorful ingredients, they will have you coming back for more!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time13 minutes
Rest Time30 minutes
Total Time53 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16
Calories: 239kcal
Author: Tornadough Alli

Ingredients

  • 1 stick salted butter softened
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cans crescent rolls

For the glaze:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3-4 tablespoons milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line sheet trays with parchment paper, set aside.
  • Place the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla into a medium-sized bowl. Mix with an electric hand mixer until combined and smooth.
  • Unroll the crescent rolls and lay them on a clean work surface.
  • Spread a scant tablespoon of the filling over the dough.
  • Roll into a crescent shape and tuck the pointy ends under. Place on a prepared sheet tray about 3 inches apart. Repeat with the remaining rolls.
  • Bake for 11-13 minutes until golden brown on top. Some of the filling will escape while baking.
  • While the rolls are baking, make the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons of the milk, and the vanilla into a shallow bowl. If it seems too thick, add up to another tablespoon of milk to reach the desired consistency. It should be thick yet pourable.
  • Allow the rolls to cool slightly. Dip the tops of the rolls one by one into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off.
  • Place them glaze side up onto a wire rack over a sheet tray to catch any drips. Repeat with the remaining rolls.
  • Wait 15-30 minutes to allow the glaze to harden and serve immediately.

Notes

  1. These Cinnamon covered cinnamon crescent rolls are best served when they're still warm or at room temperature.
  2. Leftovers can be frozen, see my tips above. 
  3. You can swap the cinnamon out for other flavors. 
  4. You can serve these as breakfast, snack, or dessert- very versatile and multipurpose. 
  5. Feel free to dip these in any of your favorite dipping sauces, like chocolate sauce, honey, maple syrup, or any kind of frosting or glaze. 
  6. You can add a fun filling or trade the glaze out for other options. 

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 271mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 183IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.4mg