If you’ve got a sweet tooth and a craving for something warm, buttery, and downright irresistible, this Cinnamon-Sugar Pizza Made with Crescent Rolls is going to be your new favorite treat. It’s like a cross between a cinnamon roll and a flaky pastry, but even easier to make. Bonus: it makes your kitchen smell like a cozy bakery!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super Quick & Easy: Made with store-bought crescent roll dough, this is a dessert you can whip up in under 20 minutes.
- Minimal Ingredients: You probably already have everything in your pantry!
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Serve it for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-afternoon snack with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients:
- 1 tube of crescent rolls
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (adjust to taste—I like mine extra cinnamon-y!)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but delicious)
- Powdered sugar glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Preheat & Prep: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll Out the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto the parchment paper, pressing the seams together to form one large rectangle.
- Brush with Butter: Using a pastry brush (or just a spoon), spread the melted butter evenly over the dough.
- Cinnamon-Sugar Magic: In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and sugar together. Sprinkle it generously over the buttered dough.
- Bake to Perfection: Pop the sheet into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Add the Finishing Touches: Let it cool for a couple of minutes, then drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze (just mix powdered sugar with a little milk and vanilla).
- Slice & Serve: Cut into squares or triangles and enjoy warm!
Cooking Tips & Tricks:
- Want an Apple Fritter Twist? Sprinkle some finely diced apples over the cinnamon-sugar before baking.
- Crispier Edges? Bake for an extra 2 minutes.
- Make It a Dessert Pizza: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!
Storage & Reheating:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, pop it in the oven for a few minutes at 300°F, or microwave for 10 seconds.
Personal Note:
This recipe was born out of a late-night craving and a half-empty fridge. I had crescent roll dough, butter, and cinnamon—so I figured, why not? The result was this crispy, buttery, cinnamon-sugar masterpiece that my family now begs me to make every weekend.
Give it a try, and I promise it’ll become a regular in your kitchen too!
If you love homemade pizza, why not take it up a notch? After indulging in this sweet and crispy Cinnamon-Sugar Pizza, try your hand at a savory twist with Smoky BBQ Chicken Pizza—because pizza night deserves both sweet and savory delights!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use puff pastry instead of crescent rolls?
Yes! Puff pastry will give you a flakier, more buttery texture, but it might take a few extra minutes to bake.
How do I prevent my cinnamon-sugar topping from burning?
Make sure to bake at the correct temperature (375°F) and keep an eye on it during the last few minutes of baking.
Can I add toppings like nuts or chocolate chips?
Absolutely! Chopped pecans, walnuts, or mini chocolate chips make a delicious addition.
What’s the best way to reheat leftovers?
Pop them in the oven at 300°F for a few minutes to crisp them up, or microwave for 10 seconds.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Prep the dough with butter and cinnamon-sugar, then refrigerate until ready to bake.
Can I make a glaze without powdered sugar?
Try blending regular sugar until fine, or use honey or maple syrup as a drizzle.
How do I make this extra crispy?
Bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crisp around the edges.
Can I store this in the fridge?
It’s best at room temperature, but you can refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Recipe Card Below: (Ingredients and step-by-step instructions will be listed here for easy reference!)
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Cinnamon-Sugar Pizza
- Total Time: 12 minutes
Description
A quick sweet treat made with crescent roll dough, butter, and a cinnamon-sugar topping.
Ingredients
1 tube of crescent rolls
2 tablespoons of melted butter
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (adjust to taste)
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Powdered sugar glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the crescent roll dough onto the parchment paper, pressing the seams together to form one large rectangle.
Brush the melted butter evenly over the dough.
Mix the cinnamon and sugar together in a small bowl and sprinkle generously over the buttered dough.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown and slightly crisp.
Let it cool for a couple of minutes, then drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze (mix powdered sugar with a little milk and vanilla).
Cut into squares or triangles and enjoy warm.
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
