Are you tired of the same old boring breakfast routine? Look no further! Crescent rolls are a versatile and delicious addition to any morning meal. And when filled with sweet or savory ingredients, they can elevate your breakfast game in a big way. From classic cinnamon sugar bites to decadent Nutella-filled pockets, we’ve gathered 18 mouth-watering crescent roll recipes for you to try.
In this article, we’ll explore the sweet and savory side of breakfast with creative takes on traditional recipes. Whether you’re a fan of fruity fillings or nutty combinations, there’s something on this list for everyone. So go ahead, get baking, and start your day off right!
Cinnamon Sugar Crescent Roll Bites
Sweet and flaky cinnamon sugar crescent roll bites are a perfect treat for any occasion. These bite-sized morsels are easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of refrigerated crescent rolls (8-10 rolls)
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles.
3. In a small bowl, mix together sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Sprinkle mixture evenly over each triangle.
4. Roll up each triangle, starting from the wide end. Place seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
5. Drizzle melted butter over the rolls.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Yield: 8-10 bites
Strawberry Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with these scrumptious strawberry cream cheese crescent rolls. Flaky, buttery dough wrapped around a sweet and tangy filling – what’s not to love?
Ingredients:
– 1 package (8 oz) crescent roll dough
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
– Confectioners’ sugar (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out crescent dough to a large rectangle. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over dough, leaving a 1-inch border around edges.
3. Fold edges of dough up over filling, then roll into a tight log. Cut into 8-10 equal pieces.
4. Place rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 1 inch between each roll.
5. Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden glaze.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Blueberry Lemon Crescent Roll Twists
Brighten up your breakfast or brunch with these sweet and tangy twists. Perfect for a special occasion or just a delicious treat any time of the year!
Ingredients:
– 1 package crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
– 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
– 2 tablespoons lemon curd
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into long strips, about 1 inch wide.
3. Mix blueberries and lemon curd in a small bowl. Spoon a small amount onto one end of each strip, leaving a 1-inch border.
4. Roll up each strip, starting from the filled end. Curve into a twist shape and place on prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Allow to cool slightly before dusting with confectioners’ sugar. Serve warm.
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Chocolate Hazelnut Crescent Rollups
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with these scrumptious chocolate hazelnut crescent rollups. Soft, buttery dough wrapped around a sweet and nutty filling – it’s a match made in heaven!
Ingredients:
– 1 package of refrigerated crescent rolls
– 1/2 cup of hazelnuts, chopped
– 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup of milk chocolate chips
– 1 tablespoon of honey
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
3. In a small bowl, mix together hazelnuts, butter, and honey until well combined.
4. Place a tablespoon of the hazelnut mixture onto the center of each triangle, leaving a 1/2-inch border around it.
5. Roll up each triangle, starting from the wide end, into a crescent shape. Curve the dough to form a circle.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave (30-second intervals, stirring between) and drizzle over warm rollups.
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Apple Pie Crescent Roll Dumplings
Elevate your snack game with these sweet and flaky apple pie-inspired dumplings, perfect for a quick indulgence or as a treat to share.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
– 1/2 cup chopped fresh apples
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix together chopped apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles.
4. Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the apple mixture onto the center of each triangle.
5. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle or a square shape, pressing edges together to seal.
6. Place dumplings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.
7. Brush tops with melted butter and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Peach Cobbler Crescent Roll Cups
Peach Cobbler Crescent Roll Cups: A twist on traditional peach cobbler, these bite-sized cups combine the flaky goodness of crescent rolls with a sweet and tangy peach filling.
Raspberry Almond Crescent Pastries
Raspberry Almond Crescent Pastries Recipe
These flaky, buttery pastries filled with sweet raspberry jam and crunchy almonds are the perfect treat to brighten up your day.
Ingredients:
– 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup raspberry jam
– 1/4 cup sliced almonds
– 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Cut into 3-inch wide strips.
3. In a small bowl, mix together sugar and raspberry jam.
4. Place a spoonful of the jam mixture onto one end of each pastry strip, leaving a 1-inch border at the other end.
5. Sprinkle a few sliced almonds on top of the jam.
6. Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle, pressing edges to seal. Brush with beaten egg for glaze.
7. Place pastries on prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Banana Nutella Crescent Roll Pockets
Transform ordinary crescent roll dough into a decadent treat by filling it with sliced bananas and rich Nutella. Perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack, these pockets are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent roll dough (8-10 rolls)
– 2 ripe bananas, sliced
– 1/4 cup of Nutella
– 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, melted
– Confectioners’ sugar (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
3. Place a spoonful of Nutella on the wider end of each triangle.
4. Top with a slice or two of banana.
5. Fold the dough over the filling, pressing edges to seal.
6. Brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar (if desired).
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 15-18 minutes
Pumpkin Spice Crescent Roll Donuts
Elevate your donut game with these autumnal treats that combine the flaky goodness of crescent rolls with the warm spices of pumpkin pie. These bite-sized donuts are perfect for a fall gathering or as a sweet surprise for friends and family.
Ingredients:
– 1 can (16 oz) crescent roll dough
– 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup whole milk, lukewarm
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out crescent roll dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around edges.
5. Roll up dough tightly and cut into 12 equal pieces.
6. Place donuts on prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Allow to cool completely before dusting with confectioners’ sugar (if desired).
Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
Caramel Pecan Crescent Roll Sticky Buns
These soft and buttery crescent rolls are filled with a sweet caramel pecan mixture, topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, and finished with a sticky caramel drizzle. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these buns are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of refrigerated crescent roll dough
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup light brown sugar
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough and spread with the sugar mixture, leaving a 1-inch border around edges.
3. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the sugar mixture.
4. Fold the dough over the filling, pressing edges to seal.
5. Place on prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each bun.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Drizzle with caramel sauce while warm.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Cherry Cheese Danish Crescent Rolls
Sweet and buttery crescent rolls filled with a cherry cheese filling, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent roll dough (8-10 rolls)
– 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
3. In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese, sugar, and chopped cherries until well combined.
4. Place spoonfuls of the cherry cheese mixture onto one half of the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around each spoonful.
5. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling, pressing edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
6. Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden glaze.
7. Place rolls on prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each roll.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Lemon Glazed Crescent Roll Donuts
Add a burst of citrus flavor to your donut game with these sweet and tangy Lemon Glazed Crescent Roll Donuts. Made with easy-to-work-with crescent roll dough and a simple lemon glaze, this recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients:
– 1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
– 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
– Confectioners’ sugar for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the crescent roll dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
2. Cut the dough into 8-10 triangles and stretch each triangle into a donut shape. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.
4. While still warm, drizzle with lemon glaze (mix together lemon juice, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract).
5. Dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving.
Cooking Time: 12-14 minutes
Maple Bacon Crescent Roll Twists
Maple Bacon Crescent Roll Twists: A Sweet and Savory Treat
These Maple Bacon Crescent Roll Twists are a unique and delicious twist on traditional breakfast pastries. With the combination of flaky croissant dough, crispy bacon, and sweet maple syrup, these twists are sure to satisfy your morning cravings.
Ingredients:
– 1 package crescent roll dough
– 6 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled
– 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
– Confectioners’ sugar (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
3. Cut into long strips, about 1 inch wide.
4. Place crumbled bacon and maple syrup on one half of each strip, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Fold the other half over the filling, pressing gently to seal.
6. Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden glaze.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Dust with confectioners’ sugar (if desired) before serving.
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutella and Strawberry Crescent Roll Braid
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this indulgent yet easy-to-make braid, packed with the sweetness of strawberries and the richness of Nutella.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent roll dough (8-10 rolls)
– 1/2 cup of Nutella
– 1 pint of sliced strawberries
– 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
3. Spread the Nutella evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
4. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the Nutella, slightly overlapping each other.
5. Sprinkle granulated sugar over the strawberries.
6. Roll the dough into a tight log, starting from one of the long sides. Cut into 3 equal pieces.
7. Braid the dough pieces together, tucking the ends under the braid to secure.
8. Place the braid on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
S’mores Crescent Roll Breakfast Bake
Start your day with a sweet and gooey twist on traditional breakfast casserole. This S’mores-inspired dish is perfect for a fun and playful morning meal.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent rolls (8-10 rolls)
– 1 cup of milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup of marshmallows
– 1/4 cup of chocolate chips
– 1/4 cup of crushed graham crackers
– Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Open the package of crescent rolls and separate into triangles.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, marshmallows, chocolate chips, and crushed graham crackers until well combined.
4. Place half of the crescent roll triangles in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the rolls.
6. Top with remaining crescent roll triangles.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Apricot Cream Cheese Crescent Pinwheels
Apricot Cream Cheese Crescent Pinwheels: Sweet and savory pinwheels filled with apricots, cream cheese, and crescent roll dough.
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
– 1/2 cup softened cream cheese
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
3. Add chopped apricots, honey, and salt to the cream cheese mixture. Mix well.
4. Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
5. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the apricot-cream cheese mixture onto each triangle, leaving a 1/2-inch border around edges.
6. Roll up each triangle tightly, starting from wide end.
7. Place pinwheels on prepared baking sheet, seam-side down.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Yield: 8-10 pinwheels
Brown Sugar Cinnamon Crescent Roll Muffins
These sweet treats combine the flaky goodness of crescent rolls with the warmth of brown sugar and cinnamon, making them a perfect breakfast or snack.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
– 1/2 cup milk
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
3. In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, butter, milk, eggs, yeast, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into 12 equal pieces.
6. Place each piece in a muffin cup, curving it slightly to form a crescent shape.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Mixed Berry Crescent Roll Galette
This sweet treat combines the flaky goodness of crescent rolls with the natural sweetness of mixed berries. Perfect for a brunch or breakfast gathering, this galette is easy to make and sure to impress!
Ingredients:
– 1 package of crescent roll dough
– 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out crescent roll dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
3. In a bowl, mix together mixed berries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
4. Arrange the berry mixture in the center of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. Fold the dough over the filling, pressing edges to seal.
6. Brush egg wash over the top of the galette.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Summary
Start your day off right with these 18 mouth-watering crescent roll breakfast recipes! From sweet treats like Cinnamon Sugar Crescent Roll Bites and Nutella and Strawberry Crescent Roll Braid, to savory options like Apple Pie Crescent Roll Dumplings and Pumpkin Spice Crescent Roll Donuts, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re in the mood for a fruity twist or a classic breakfast staple, these creative recipes are sure to inspire your morning meal. Get baking and enjoy a deliciously different breakfast!
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