Cinnamon Crescent Rolls

These easy Cinnamon Crescent Rolls are the ultimate sweet treat for busy mornings or indulgent weekend breakfasts. With flaky crescent roll dough, a buttery cinnamon-sugar filling, and a luscious vanilla glaze, this easy recipe delivers bakery-quality flavor with just a few simple ingredients.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 11

Servings:

Calories: 326kcal

Ingredients

1 pkg Pillsbury Crescent Rolls 8 count
3 Tablespoons Butter Softened
¼ Cup Brown Sugar
1 ½ teaspoons Ground Cinnamon

Vanilla Glaze

1 Cup Powdered Sugar
½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1-2 Tablespoons Milk

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon. Add the softened butter and blend with a fork or pastry cutter until fully combined.
Unroll the crescent rolls and spread 1 tablespoon of the cinnamon mixture on each triangle.
Carefully roll up each crescent and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Repeat with the remaining crescent rolls.
Bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Vanilla Glaze

In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the glaze reaches your desired consistency—it should be thin, but not too runny.
Dip the warm cinnamon crescent rolls into the glaze, coating them well, then place them back on the baking sheet to cool.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Recipe tested with Pillsbury Crescent Rolls and Pillsbury Grand Crescent Rolls in an oven.

I prefer the baking in the regular Pillsbury Crescent Rolls. The Pillsbury Grand Crescent Rolls are much thicker and don't tend to bake all the way through leaving a doughy center.

Icing Tips

Make icing according to directions and place in a bowl or on a small plate. Then carefully dip baked crescent rolls in icing to cover top. Place on cooling rack to allow icing to set.

Using a small plate is easier to work with as it doesn't have the edges a bowl has making it difficult to dip the crescent roll.

Storage & Make Ahead

Store: Keep your cinnamon crescent rolls in an airtight container or Ziploc bag for up to 2 days at room temperature.
Freeze: Freeze baked rolls in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before reheating.
Reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes for a freshly baked feel.
Make Ahead: Assemble the rolls and store them in the fridge overnight, then bake in the morning for a fast, fresh treat!

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