Description
These Pumpkin Pie Crescents with Maple Glaze are a delightful autumnal treat combining flaky crescent roll dough filled with a warm, spiced pumpkin mixture and topped with a sweet maple glaze. Perfect for a cozy dessert or festive snack, these easy-to-make pastries bake quickly to golden perfection and bring the classic flavors of pumpkin pie in a fun, handheld form.
Ingredients
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For the Crescents:
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Maple Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1-2 teaspoons milk (as needed for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prepare for baking the crescents.
- Prepare Pumpkin Filling: In a small bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the spices and sugar are evenly incorporated into the pumpkin.
- Assemble Crescents: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Place a heaping teaspoon of the pumpkin filling onto the wide end of each triangle. Carefully roll each triangle from the wide end towards the point, fully enclosing the filling, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Crescents: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crescents are golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Make Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk, adding the milk gradually until you reach a smooth glaze with your desired consistency.
- Glaze the Crescents: Drizzle the maple glaze generously over the warm pumpkin pie crescents using a spoon or a piping bag to add an attractive finish and extra sweetness.
- Serve: Serve the crescents warm with extra maple glaze if desired. Enjoy these cozy, spiced treats fresh from the oven.
Notes
- For a dairy-free glaze, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.
- You can add chopped pecans or walnuts to the pumpkin filling for added texture.
- Ensure the pumpkin puree is smooth for easy filling and even baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
- Adjust the amount of spices based on your preference for warmth and intensity.
