Maple Crescents
Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly buttery and flaky Maple Crescents, a perfect marriage of rich cream cheese pastry and the cozy flavors of cinnamon, brown sugar, and maple syrup. These golden-brown treats bake to perfection in under 20 minutes, boasting a tender texture that melts in your mouth. Whether you opt to add chopped pecans for a nutty crunch or keep them purely spiced and sweet, these crescent rolls are an indulgent yet simple recipe that's ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dessert. Serve them warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or alongside your favorite coffee for a truly satisfying treat. Perfectly flaky, subtly sweet, and drizzled with the essence of maple—Maple Crescents are sure to become your new baking obsession!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans (if using). Set aside.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough into a 12-inch circle. Sprinkle half of the sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly across the surface of the rolled-out dough.
Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the circle into 8 equal wedges (triangles).
Starting from the wide end of each triangle, roll up the dough tightly to form a crescent shape. Place the crescents on the prepared baking sheet, point side down to prevent unrolling during baking.
Repeat the rolling, filling, and shaping process with the second portion of dough.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the tops of the crescents for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the crescents are puffed and lightly golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. These crescents pair wonderfully with a drizzle of extra maple syrup or a cup of coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.8 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.9 g | 540% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 1448 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.1 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.0 g | ||
| Protein | 58.5 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1016 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
