Description
Warm, gooey crescent twists filled with maple pecan pie flavor—perfect for easy Labor Day gatherings or cozy brunches.
Ingredients
For the Dough & Filling:
2 tubes refrigerated crescent dough
1 cup chopped pecans, lightly toasted
⅓ cup brown sugar
¼ cup pure maple syrup
2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of fine salt
For the Glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp pure maple syrup
Pinch of flaky sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
Prep Oven & Tray: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the Filling: In a bowl, stir together pecans, brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until glossy.
Prepare Dough: Unroll crescent dough and press perforations to seal. Cut each sheet into 8 long strips (16 total).
Assemble Pull-Apart: Spread a thin layer of pecan filling over each strip. Stack two strips at a time, twist into ropes, and coil into loose spirals. Arrange spirals in a flower pattern on the tray with coils just touching.
Bake: Bake for 16–20 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar with maple syrup to form a slow ribbon glaze. Drizzle over warm pastry and top with a pinch of flaky salt.
Serve: Let sit 5 minutes, then serve warm by pulling apart individual twisted strands.
Notes
Use crescent roll sheets (without perforations) for easier handling.
This recipe is easy to double for a larger gathering.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or orange zest to the filling for a fall twist.
Best served fresh, but leftovers can be gently reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday, Party Food
- Method: Baking (Oven)
- Cuisine: American, Holiday-Inspired
