Best 4 Maple Pecan Crescent Twist Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Maple Pecan Crescent Twist, a pastry that combines the flavors of maple, pecans, and a flaky, buttery crescent roll. This delectable treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create this mouthwatering pastry that is sure to impress your family and friends.

The recipe also includes variations to create a cream cheese-filled crescent twist and an apple cinnamon crescent twist, offering a variety of flavors to satisfy different palates. Each variation is explained in detail with clear instructions, making it easy for bakers of all skill levels to follow along.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect Maple Pecan Crescent Twist. Let the sweet aroma of maple and pecans fill your kitchen as you indulge in this delicious pastry.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE PECAN CRESCENT CINNAMON TWISTS



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These quick & easy 20 minute maple pecan cinnamon twists are made with refrigerated crescent dough and are perfect for brunch, a snack, and even a sweet breakfast treat. Buttery crescent dough filled with a pecan cinnamon mixture and baked to perfection! Top with a simple maple and powdered sugar glaze and enjoy.

Provided by Together As Family

Categories     Breakfast

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury refrigerated crescent rolls
2 tablespoons butter (melted)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon maple extract
1-3 tablespoons milk (I used heavy cream)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare a cookie sheet by spraying with cooking spray or lining with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, combine the pecans, sugars, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • Unroll both cans of crescent dough and separate each can into 4 rectangles (2 of the crescent triangles together). Firmly press together the perforations to seal the 2 crescent triangles together. You will end up with 8 rectangles of dough.
  • Brush each rectangle with some melted butter and sprinkle a heaping 1 tablespoon of the pecan/sugar mixture over the butter. Repeat for each rectangle. Starting at the long side of the rectangle, roll up tightly just like cinnamon rolls. Pinch edges to seal.
  • Take a sharp knife and cut each roll in half LENGTHWISE. You will end up with 2 rope twists from each rectangle. Take the two pieces and twist them around each other. Place on the prepared cookie sheet. Repeat this process with the remaining pieces.
  • Bake for 10-13 minutes or until puffy and golden brown. Let cool for about 10-15 minutes before glazing.
  • To prepare the glaze: mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until desired consistency is reached. Add more or less milk and/or powdered sugar depending on how thick or thin you want the glaze.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 twist, Calories 340 kcal

MAPLE PECAN CRESCENT TWISTS



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A recipe from Pillsbury Bake-off 1992. Tasty, easy recipe that uses refrigerated crecent roll dough. Enjoy!

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 8 rolls, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon maple extract
2 -3 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375. Lightly grease 1 large or 2 small cookie sheets. In small bowl, combine pecans, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; mix well. Seperate dough into 8 rectangles; firmly press perforations to seal. Brush each rectangle with butter. Sprinkle 1 T. sugar mixture evenly over each rectangle, pressing in lightly. Starting at longer side, roll up each rectangle, pinching edges to seal. With sharp knife, cut 1 roll in half lengthwise, forming 2 strips. With cut side up, carefully overlap strips 2 times to form twist. Press ends together to seal. Place on greased cookie sheet. Repeat with reamining dough.
  • Sprinkle with remaining sugar nut mixture.
  • Bake at 375 for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. In small bowl, blend all glaze ingredients, adding enough milk for desired drizzling consistency. Drizzle over warm rolls. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.1, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 36.2, Sodium 330.2, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 14.9, Protein 6.1

MAPLE PECAN CRESCENT TWISTS



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Number Of Ingredients 11

TWISTS
1/2 cup chopped pecan
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent rolls
2 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted
GLAZE
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon imitation maple flavoring
2 to 3 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease 1 large or 2 small cookie sheets. In small bowl, combine pecans, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg mix well. Separate dough into 8 rectangles firmly press perforations to seal. Brush each rectangle with margarine. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar-nut mixture evenly over each rectangle, pressing in lightly. Starting at longer side, roll up each rectangle, pinching edges to seal. With sharp knife, cut 1 roll in half lengthwise, forming 2 strips. With cut side up, carefully overlap strips 2 times to form twist. Press ends together to seal. Place on greased cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining dough. Sprinkle with any remaining sugar-nut mixture.Bake at 375°F. for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. In small bowl, blend all glaze ingredients, adding enough milk for desired drizzling consistency. Drizzle over warm rolls. Serve warm.Nutrition Per Serving (1 roll): Calories 320 Protein 4g Carbohydrate 36g Fat 19g Sodium 500mgFrom "Pillsbury Best of the Bake-Off® Cookbook." Copyright 2004 General Mills. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

MAPLE PECAN CRESCENT TWIST



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A unique shape plus a crunchy sugar-nut filling make this sweet roll a winner

Provided by Jamallah Bergman

Categories     Other Breakfast

Number Of Ingredients 11

TWIST
1/2 c chopped pecans
3 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
2 can(s) refrigerated crescent rolls
2 Tbsp margarine or butter,melted
GLAZE
1/2 c powdered sugar
1/4 tsp maple extract
2 to 3 tsp milk

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375. Lightly grease 1 large or 2 small cookie sheets. In small bowl, combine pecans,sugar,cinnamon and nutmeg;mix well. Seperate dough into 8 rectangles; firmly press perforations to seal. Brush each rectangle with margarine.
  • 2. Sprinkle 1 tbsp sugar nut mixture evenly over each rectangle,pressing in lightly. Starting at longer side,roll up each rectangle,pinching edges to seal.
  • 3. With sharp knife,cut 1 roll in half lengthwise,forming 2 strips. With cut side up,carefully overlap strips 2 times to form twist. Press ends together to seal. Place on greased cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining dough. Sprinkle with any remaining sugar-nut mixture.
  • 4. Bake at 375 for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. In small bowl, blend all glaze ingredients, adding enough milk for desired drizzling consistency. Drizzle over warm rolls. Serve warm.

Tips:

  • Prep the dough ahead of time: To save time, you can make the crescent roll dough ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw the dough overnight in the refrigerator before using it.
  • Use a sharp knife: When cutting the dough, use a sharp knife to ensure clean, even cuts. This will help the crescents roll up nicely.
  • Don't overfill the crescents: When filling the crescents, don't overfill them, or they will be difficult to roll up and may burst open during baking.
  • Bake the crescents until golden brown: Bake the crescents until they are golden brown, about 12-15 minutes. This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a crispy exterior.
  • Serve the crescents warm: Serve the crescents warm, as they are best when they are fresh out of the oven. You can sprinkle them with powdered sugar or drizzle them with maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness.

Conclusion:

Maple Pecan Crescent Twists are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The combination of maple and pecans is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. These crescents are also a great way to use up leftover crescent roll dough. With a little planning, you can have these crescents ready to enjoy in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give Maple Pecan Crescent Twists a try!

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