Description
Crescent Cinnamon Rolls are a quick and easy version of classic cinnamon rolls, made with store-bought crescent dough. Filled with a buttery cinnamon-sugar mixture and topped with a sweet glaze, they’re ready in under 30 minutes for a perfect breakfast or treat.
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Unroll crescent dough and press seams together to form a single sheet.
- Spread softened butter evenly over the dough.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over buttered dough.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 8 equal pieces.
- Place rolls spiral-side up in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla (if using) to make glaze.
- Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and serve immediately.
Notes
Use unflavored dental floss for clean slices when cutting rolls.Let dough seams seal fully to prevent filling from leaking.Try adding chopped nuts, raisins, or pumpkin spice for variation.For a richer topping, use a cream cheese glaze.Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
