Crescent Roll Cinnamon Rolls
User Reviews
4.6
Crescent Roll Cinnamon Rolls
Description
The Crescent Roll Cinnamon Rolls recipe transforms store-bought crescent dough into a sticky-sweet treat by spreading a filling made from softened butter, brown and granulated sugar, cinnamon, and flour onto each dough triangle. Rolling the dough tightly traps the filling inside, and baking at 375°F for about 10-12 minutes results in golden, puffed rolls with a soft yet slightly flaky texture. The filling balances buttery richness and cinnamon warmth, with a slight thickening effect from the flour to keep it from running out.
A maple-flavored glaze, made from powdered sugar, maple flavoring, and cream or milk, is whisked to a drizzle-able consistency and adds a glossy sweetness when poured over warm rolls. This finishing touch enhances the cinnamon flavor and softens the baked exterior just enough to create a tender bite.
This recipe works well for a weekend breakfast or an afternoon snack when a classic cinnamon roll craving hits, offering a shortcut that requires little prep time compared to traditional yeast dough. The method includes an option to assemble the rolls by unrolling the crescent dough sheets without separating the triangles if a more traditional cinnamon roll swirl is desired.
Because the rolls bake quickly and use refrigerated dough, they are practical for serving fresh warm cinnamon rolls with minimal rising time. The maple glaze introduces a distinct flavor alternative to simple sugar glazes.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces crescent rolls 2 8 ounce packages for a total of 16 rolls, refrigerated
For the filling:
- ½ cup butter room temperature, 4 ounces, salted
- ¼ cup brown sugar 50 grams, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar 50 grams
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 7 grams
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 32 grams
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar 125 grams
- 1 teaspoon maple flavoring
- 5-6 tablespoons heavy cream or whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the butter, sugars, cinnamon and flour.
- Assemble the rolls: Open the crescent roll tubes and separate out each crescent roll into triangles along the seams. Spread cinnamon filling onto the top of each crescent triangle, then roll it up tightly.
- Bake the rolls: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cinnamon crescents are golden brown and puffed up.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple flavor and heavy cream until smooth and to the consistency of a drizzle. You can make it thinner or thicker by adding more or less milk. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls.
For traditional cinnamon roll style:
- Open the tube of crescent rolls, unroll the crescent dough sheets, but do not tear along the perforations. Leave it as a rectangle.
- Assemble the rolls: Spread the filling over the rolls, then roll up in a tight log along the long end jelly roll style. Slice the roll with a sharp knife into 9 pieces. Spray an 8x8" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray, then place them cut side down in the pan.
- Heavy Cream: Pour 1/3 cup heavy cream over the rolls...our secret cinnamon roll ingredient works for these, too!
- Bake the rolls: Bake at the same temperature as above, but they may need an extra minute or two of baking time. Then drizzle with powdered sugar.
Notes
- The calorie estimate depends on the brand of crescent rolls and ingredients used; use a nutrition calculator for accuracy.
- Refrigerated crescent dough saves time compared to making dough from scratch.
- Maple flavor in the glaze adds a mild, natural sweetness different from plain vanilla glazes.
- The recipe offers two assembly options: rolling individual triangles or rolling out the sheet for larger traditional rolls.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 230 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 230kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 271mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 17mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 249IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
You'll Also Love
