Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, buttery crescent roll that's bursting with sweet cinnamon flavor and drizzled with a decadent icing – all in just 22 minutes! These Quick Cinnamon Crescent Rolls are about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen, transforming ordinary refrigerated dough into a spectacular treat that will have everyone begging for seconds. Whether you're a busy parent, a weekend baker, or just someone who loves a quick and delicious pastry, this recipe is your ticket to instant breakfast or dessert heaven!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Open the can of refrigerated crescent roll dough and carefully unroll the dough onto a clean, flat surface. Separate the dough into individual triangles along the perforated lines.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the sugar and ground cinnamon, stirring until well mixed.
- Brush each crescent dough triangle with melted butter using a pastry brush, ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over each buttered dough triangle, covering the entire surface.
- Starting from the wider end of each triangle, roll the dough towards the pointed end, creating a classic crescent shape. Ensure the cinnamon-sugar mixture is sealed inside the roll.
- Place the rolled crescent rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each roll.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and puffed up.
- While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing by whisking together powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth and drizzling consistency is achieved.
- Remove the crescent rolls from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle the prepared icing over the warm crescent rolls using a spoon or piping bag.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the sweet, cinnamon-infused treat.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your oven is fully preheated to 375°F for even baking and that golden-brown finish.
- Even Coating is Key: Use a pastry brush to distribute melted butter evenly, and sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture generously for maximum flavor.
- Rolling Technique: When rolling the crescents, start from the wider end and roll towards the point, tucking in the sides to keep the filling secure.
- Don't Overcrowd: Leave about 2 inches between rolls on the baking sheet to allow proper rising and browning.
- Icing Consistency: For the perfect drizzle, adjust milk in the icing slightly – add more milk for a thinner consistency or more powdered sugar to thicken.
- Serve Warm: These rolls are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven when they're still warm and the icing is soft and gooey.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the rolls up to the rolling stage, then refrigerate until ready to bake for a quick breakfast option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 210kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg
