Pecan Crescent Twists Recipe

Delightfully easy and sweet, these Pecan Crescent Twists are the perfect treat for any occasion! Flaky crescent rolls are filled with a crunchy pecan mixture, twisted into golden-brown rings, and drizzled with a sweet glaze. A quick and impressive dessert recipe ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 365.4 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pecan Crescent Twists

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How to Make Pecan Crescent Twists

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Unroll one (8 ounce) can of crescent rolls and separate into 8 rectangles, pressing perforations to seal.
  3. Melt 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) of butter.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  5. Brush each crescent rectangle evenly with 3 tablespoons of melted butter.
  6. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the pecan mixture onto each rectangle.
  7. Gently roll up each rectangle starting from the long side, then twist into a loose spiral.
  8. Cut 6 shallow, 1/2-inch long diagonal slits into each roll.
  9. Gently shape each roll into a ring, pressing the ends together to seal.
  10. Place the twists on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  11. Brush the twists with the remaining 3 tablespoons of melted butter.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  13. While the twists are baking, whisk together 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons of milk or cream until smooth and pourable.
  14. Drizzle the powdered sugar glaze over the warm pecan crescent twists and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

34g

Carbs

15g